Preparing for Bordeaux #MillesimaBA2017
Two magnums of top Bordeaux wines for each of the finalists. And now a trip!
Third time’s the charm; Winner!
Preparing for 2016 En Primeur Week in Bordeaux
The big week is coming up! Thanks to all of your votes, I’m going to the 2016 Bordeaux En Primeur Week as a guest of Millesima, along with 5 other talented bloggers from the US and Europe. Of course, before any trip, you prepare. I thought I would share my training regimen with you! Over the last several weeks, I’ve been virtually touring the area, familiarizing myself with the differences between wines in different communities in Bordeaux.
Millesima posted an introduction to the week here. Starting on April 1, follow along! I’ll be posting on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Look for #MillesimaBA2017
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Pre-trip preparation is key!
Bordeaux does make a bit of white wine. Sauternes is a highly esteemed dessert wine
Bordeaux red wines are blends of multiple grapes. Wines from the Left Bank usually have Cabernet Sauvignon as the largest percentage in the blend
Right Bank wines typically feature Merlot as the major component in the blend
Not all Bordeaux wines are expensive. Less famous villages make some very nice, very affordable wines
Not just wine drinking, there’s plenty of pre-work to do!
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You’ll easily be the most prepared person there. However, nothing can prepare you for En Primeur. Tasting over 100 baby Bordeauxs trying to determine where they will be in 3 years or more does not compare to anything else! It’s super educational & fun! I just know you’re going to have a great time. Plus the Millesima folks are fantastic. They will take great care of you. I’ll try to keep up with your experience while I’m in Spain.
Thanks Michelle. I can’t wait!
So happy for you, Jeff. Looking forward to your posts. Santé1
Thanks, Lyn!
What a great experience you will have. We shall all wait eagerly for your notes, while we are being envious.
Thanks, I’ll do my best to bring everyone along on a virtual visit!
Jeff! I’m so excited for you! I’ll be reading every word and taking notes. Can’t wait to hear your impressions of Bordeaux (and hot tips for my visit in September)!
Bonnes vacances!
Thanks, Victoria. I’ll be sure to pass on any gems I find.
Hope you’re having a wonderful time and filling your brain and glass with knowledge ; )