One of the best vintages of Château Latour is the 1982

The Best Vintages of Château Latour for Collectors

Bordeaux, Collecting, Producers, Producers and Wineries, Vintage

The best vintages of Château Latour are among the longest-lived wines in the world. While certain wines like fine port and Tokaji are known to age for 100 years or more, it’s rare to find a red Bordeaux blend with the same aging potential. Château Latour is one of these extraordinary wines. For instance, the 1961 vintage—considered one of the greatest in the estate’s history—continues to develop in complexity even to this day. When Master of Wine Jancis Robinson tried the 1961 vintage a few years ago, she said, “I can hardly believe the drinking dates I am suggesting for this wine! Drink through 2040.”

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Comparing New-World Pinot Noir vs. Old-World Pinot Noir reveals similarities and differences

New World Pinot Noir Vs. Old-World Pinot Noir: The Key Differences

Collecting, Enjoying Wine, Pinot Noir, Varietals, Wine Regions

Pinot Noir is a wine chameleon—it evolves in response to its surroundings, taking on an entirely new personality in every terroir. This light-bodied red wine variety is extremely sensitive to even the slightest changes in climate, which is why there’s such a notable difference between New-World Pinot Noir and Old-World Pinot Noir. While New-World Pinot Noir is often fruit-forward, heavily oaked, and extracted, Old-World Pinot Noir is generally more delicate, acidic, and earthy.

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Bottles of Sauternes, one of the top rated sweet white wines

The Ultimate Guide to Top Rated Sweet White Wines

Buying Wine, Collecting, Investing, Sweet Wine

Sweet wine isn’t just for dessert. Contrary to what some wine enthusiasts believe, sweet white wines can be served with savory dishes or appreciated on their own. In fact, some of these wines are just as complex and elegant as drier styles like white Bordeaux, white Burgundy, or New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Underneath all of that residual sugar, the top rated sweet white wines are packed with layers of flavor; they’re rarely just “sweet.”  

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Some of the best wines from Umbria are Sagrantino-based wines.

What Are the Best Wines from Umbria?

Collecting, Enjoying Wine, Investing, Italy, Wine Regions

The Umbrian wine region of Italy may be small, but its wines pack a powerful punch. The best wines from Umbria are racy and vibrant and many have aging potential. This region is also incredibly diverse; while it’s known for citrusy, dry white wines, Umbria also produces many bold, tannic red varieties that are gaining in popularity among Italian wine collectors. This guide will explore what collectors need to know about this marvelous “green heart of Italy,” including the area’s best-known subregions, finest producers, and most collectible blends. 

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Pomerol vs. Saint-Emilion wines side-by-side

Pomerol Vs. Saint-Émilion: The Main Differences You Should Know

Bordeaux, Collecting, France, Wine Regions

If you compare Pomerol vs. Saint-Émilion in a blind tasting, can you tell the difference? Even many well-educated Bordeaux connoisseurs can’t tell these wines apart. Because these appellations are neighbors located in the northwestern region of the Right Bank, their climates are very similar and both areas produce rich, complex Merlot-based blends with great aging potential. 

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Penfolds makes some of the best wine from the Barossa Valley

Collecting the Best Wine from the Barossa Valley

Australia, Buying Wine, Collecting

If you enjoy big, bold wines, look no further than South Australia’s Barossa Valley. This warm, sunny winegrowing region produces some of the most concentrated and hedonistic wines you’ll ever taste. From full-bodied, plush wines like 2002 Chris Ringland Dry Grown Shiraz to more acidic and refreshing styles like 2002 Torbreck Grenache Les Amis, wines from the Barossa Valley are extremely powerful. Even the region’s white wine varieties share this characteristic. 

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A Comprehensive Guide to the Top-Rated Barolo Wines

Buying Wine, Collecting, Italy, Piedmont

Enthusiasts call Barolo “the king of wines and the wine of kings.” This tart, complex Italian wine is so high in quality that it’s often compared to grand cru Pinot Noir from Burgundy. Like exceptional Burgundy, top-rated Barolo is acidic and bracing in its youth, but develops multilayered flavors of earth, dark dried fruit, and alluring floral aromatics as it ages. Great Barolo is worth waiting for. 

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Gaja produces some of the best Langhe wines

How to Build a Collection of the Best Langhe Wines

Collecting, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Regions

In Langhe, wine is more than a beverage—it’s a way of life. Winemakers in this hilly area located in the Piedmont region of northern Italy have been cultivating grapes here for many centuries. The region even has a coveted spot on the UNESCO World Heritage list due to its long history of winemaking. The best Langhe wines (particularly Nebbiolo) are intense, tannic, and long-lived, full of heady perfume and bright acidity. Its rich history coupled with the incredibly high quality of the wines has made Langhe a top destination for wine-loving tourists and serious collectors. 

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Three of the best vintages of Château Margaux

Ranking the Best Vintages of Château Margaux

Bordeaux, Collecting, France, Investing, Producers, Producers and Wineries, Vintage

The iconic Château Margaux estate is nicknamed the “Versailles of the Médoc.” From its stunning neo-Palladian architecture to its rows of carefully-planted vines, it’s a picturesque estate that’s fit for royalty. The wines themselves are equally alluring. President Thomas Jefferson famously adored these wines, saying, “There couldn’t be a better Bordeaux bottle.” The moody dark berry flavors and heady violet aroma generally present in the grand vin have earned this estate a reputation as one of the world’s greatest wine producers.

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Wondering how to buy wine for aging? High-quality wines are usually designed to age.

How to Buy Wine for Aging: Your Guide to The Longest-Lived Wines

Aging Wine, Buying Wine, Collecting, Investing, Storing Wine

Knowing how to buy wine for aging is a challenge for many beginner collectors. This is partially because it’s easy to conflate quality with aging potential. However, just because a wine is delicious and received high scores from critics does not necessarily mean it can age for decades. So, which wines do have great aging potential and why should you age wine at all?

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Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti is the producer's flagship wine.

The Best Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti Vintages

Burgundy, Collecting, France, Investing, Producers, Producers and Wineries

If you ask a serious Burgundy collector which wine they’d love to have in their cellar right now, chances are they will say Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Romanée-Conti. Not only is DRC’s flagship wine one of the most delicious ever created, but it’s also a unicorn wine for Pinot Noir enthusiasts. These wines—particularly the highest-rated vintages—can be nearly impossible to find for sale. Still, these iconic wines do sometimes come on the market, and, when they do, you’ll want to be prepared. 

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One of the best vintages of Pétrus, the 2005.

Your Guide to the Best Vintages of Pétrus

Bordeaux, Buying Wine, Collecting, France, Producers, Producers and Wineries

The best vintages of Pétrus have the power to move people. A commenter on the Wine Berserkers forum claimed that after trying 488 wines from 1990, he found that Château Pétrus was his absolute favorite of that year, even over the first-growth wines he tried. In average years, these wines are still unbelievably decadent, but in great years, they are otherworldly. When it comes to investing in Pétrus wine, it’s almost impossible to make a poor decision. As always, though, there are still some vintages that wine enthusiasts consider to be a cut above the rest. This guide will help you find the most legendary Château Pétrus wines for your collection.

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