The 2021 fall Bordeaux harvest was a challenging one, but top producers are hoping the wines will be elegant, delicate, and fresh.

2021 Fall Bordeaux Harvest: A Light, Refreshing, and Drinkable Vintage

The 2021 fall Bordeaux harvest produced fresh and approachable wines but was not without its challenges. In fact, it’s one of the smallest harvests since 1977 and yields were about 25 to 30 percent lower than usual. However, low yields also mean that demand for 2021 Bordeaux will be higher and wines from the region’s top producers will be particularly sought-after. It will also be a good season for white Bordeaux.

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How to Choose a Special Wine for Your Collection

Seasoned wine collectors are always looking for that next special bottle to round out their cellars. If you’ve been collecting wine for a while, you might be looking for something that’s a little rarer or has better provenance than most labels on the market. Where can you find that ultra-rare wine that perfectly matches your preferences and your investment needs? Moreover, how do you know which wines are the perfect fit for your collection?

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The 2001 Château d'Yquem vintage is the best dessert wine choice for winter because it’s one of the most consistently high-rated wines and can be drunk now — or kept for the next century!

2001 Château d’Yquem Sauternes: The Best Dessert Wine Choice for Winter Gatherings

With a history spanning centuries, Château d’Yquem has crafted some exceptionally fine wines in its time. However, few vintages stand out more than the lauded 2001 Château d’Yquem. This vintage established a new benchmark for high-quality sweet wines, and many Sauternes enthusiasts continue to praise it more than 20 years after its harvest. While this…

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To find the best new wines to collect this year, consider offerings from renowned Bordeaux and Burgundy producers as well as top-rated wines from California and Chile.

Your Cellar in 2022: Find the Best New Wines to Collect This Year

MENTIONED IN THIS POST: -Louis Roederer -Krug -Dominus -Château Montrose -Château Léoville Poyferré Now that a new year is upon us, it’s the perfect time to refresh your collection with some exciting wines. This year, there are dozens of top-quality vintages to get excited about, from well-known Old-World estates to up-and-coming New-World producers. In this…

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Your Guide to Wine Valuation: Find Out How Much Your Bottles of Wine Are Worth

It’s no secret that investing in fine wine can yield substantial revenue under the right circumstances. In 2019, for example, a private collection of over 17,000 bottles sold for $29.8 million at auction, setting a new world record—and sparking the imagination of many aspiring investors. 

Like wine cultivation, though, there is an art to fine wine investing. Wine valuation is a critical component of the investment process. You need to know precisely how much your wine is worth and when it will be most valuable on the market to optimize profits when it’s time to sell. 

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2018 Château Haut-Brion vs. La Mission Haut-Brion

2018 was kind to Bordeaux winemakers, and the harvest that year yielded several exquisite wines for collectors. For Château Haut-Brion, this vintage is well on its way to being considered a classic. Likewise, the 2018 Château La Mission Haut-Brion vintage is excellent; however, it carries a lower upfront cost.

This guide to both vintages will illuminate the differences between the 2018 Château Haut-Brion and the 2018 Château La Mission Haut-Brion so that you can make an informed decision on which wines to add to your collection.

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According to the 2020 Burgundy vintage report, vineyards like this one weathered a chaotic year surprisingly well, with promising results

Your 2020 Burgundy Vintage Report

In a year that became infamous for historical curveballs, it is perhaps only fitting that the 2020 Burgundy harvest surprised us, too. Between pandemic-related predicaments and an exceptionally early harvest, this year’s vintage could easily have been a disaster. However, while the quality of this vintage will be somewhat variable, the grapes remained remarkably healthy, and the wines should impress even the most skeptical connoisseurs.

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The 2020 Bordeaux Harvest report reflects both the chaos of the year and the beauty of perseverance in vineyards like this one

Your 2020 Bordeaux Harvest Report

The 2020 Bordeaux harvest, much like 2020 itself, was subject to a bit of chaos. The harvest itself arrived earlier than expected and weathered everything from March frosts and thunderstorms to heat spells and long droughts. Vintners adapted on the fly to integrate COVID-19 precautions and testing procedures into their everyday operations.

And yet, at the end of the day, the 2020 Bordeaux harvest report is a hopeful one. The wines are expected to be high quality, if somewhat variable—a happy surprise for winemakers and wine collectors alike.

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