“Bordeaux”

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1. Aging

   The History of Aging Wine (in barrels)

   …with intricate carvings and painted with scenes from classical mythology. The famous Medoc wine region in Bordeaux, France, began using oak barrels for wine aging in the 17th century. The use of oak barrels allowed…

   Apr 6, 2023 · 3 min read

2. Wine Regions

   History of Napa Valley and its Wines

   …Red wines are typically aged for longer periods of time than white wines, with Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux-style reds often aged for 18-24 months or more. Microclimates Napa Valley is known for its diverse…

   Jan 19, 2023 · 2 min read

3. Wine Regions

   How do European desert wines compare to their Napa Valley counterparts?

   …However, there are some notable differences between the two. European dessert wines, such as Sauternes from Bordeaux, France and Vin Santo from Italy, are typically made from grapes affected by the noble rot, which…

   Jan 14, 2023 · 2 min read

4. Tasting notes

   December 2013 West Coast Wine Reviews

   …years. WB 91. 2010 Alpha Omega Proprietary Red. Very dark red. Cool, dark fruit are the hallmarks of this Bordeaux-style red. Blackberries, chocolate and minerals are also in evidence, as are some late-arriving…

   Jan 2, 2014 · 20 min read

5. Tasting notes

   Gaja

   ….It is impressive considering the medium density of these wines that they are so ageable; most ageworthy Bordeaux tend to have a higher density. One reason for this maybe the good balance of fruit to acid, another…

   Oct 14, 2010 · 2 min read · 1 producers