The 2014 vintage is the year Bordeaux came back to the market. After three less than stellar vintages (2011, 2012 and 2013), this vintage has produced many excellent wines, some verging on superb, with quality that reaches deep into the unclassified estates. The wines are open, delicious and juicy.
How much does Bordeaux wine cost?
Common Bordeaux Chateau And Average Prices List
| Name | Average Price | Grape |
|---|---|---|
| Chateau Margaux | $711 | Bordeaux Blend Red |
| Petrus | $3173 | Merlot |
| Chateau Cheval Blanc | $679 | Bordeaux Blend Red |
| Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet | $13 | Bordeaux Blend Red |
Why is Bordeaux wine expensive?
Of course, one of the key reasons why Bordeaux is so prized around the world is due to its aging potential. All of the red wines of Bordeaux will be aged in traditional barrels before bottling, but thanks to the emphasis on the tannic Cabernet Sauvignon grape, they are perfect for aging in the bottle.
Are Bordeaux wines expensive?
There are about 10,000 wine producers all around the city of Bordeaux and not all of them produce luxurious and expensive wine. The vast majority of Bordeaux wines are affordable.
What is a good inexpensive Bordeaux wine?
8 of Bordeaux’s Best Wines Under $30
- Château Côtes de Blaignan 2016 Cru Bourgeois (Médoc); $15, 91 points.
- Château Fonréaud 2017 Cru Bourgeois (Listrac-Médoc); $29, 91 points.
- Château du Retout 2017 Cru Bourgeois (Haut-Médoc); $25, 91 points.
- Château Petit Bocq 2017 Cru Bourgeois (Saint-Estèphe); $27, 92 points.
What do you eat with Bordeaux wine?
White Bordeaux wine, due to its freshness and flavor profile pairs with almost any white food: shell fish, fish of all types, oysters, clams, mussels, sushi, veal, chicken, pork etc.
How long will a Bordeaux wine last?
If you want to turn a profit by investing in Bordeaux, it’s wise to purchase pre-arrivals and keep the wines in storage for a minimum of ten years before you resell them. Bordeaux wines usually reach their peak value approximately 20 to 30 years after release, depending on the quality of the vintage.
Why is Liber Pater so expensive?
Liber Pater is now worth 30,000 euros a bottle. This exorbitant price started with the 2015 vintage. The reason for this significant price increase is explained by the use of exclusively “free standing” grape varieties from 2015. This means from ungrafted grape varieties.
