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- little tanuki - 07-07-2004
Hi all. Great board you have here!
I've been trying to educate myself about wine....bought several books, including the Wine Bible and have been having my own private little tastings at home. [img]http://wines.com/ubb2/wink.gif[/img]
Probably like all beginners, Bordeaux scares me. [img]http://wines.com/ubb2/smile.gif[/img] I have a basic understanding of the meaning of the various crus and can recognize the different regions.
What I need help with right now is selecting several wines from different regions and chateaux that won't bust my budget but will help me gain a better understanding of Bordeaux.
Can anyone suggest some wines from Medoc, Pomerol and St. Emilion between $20 and $30 that are available at a reputable wine shop?
Thanks in advance!
- Innkeeper - 07-07-2004
Hi Little, and welcome to the Wine Board. There is a loose relationship between price of Bordeaux and accessablity. Look for any 2000 Bordeaux that you can find for under $15. Most of these will be ready to drink. The few that are not can be kept open for a while, and if they still don't improve ditch them, and you are not out a lot of money.
- Georgie - 07-07-2004
Hi little. Welcome aboard the board. I'll let those who actually know something answer your question. This is a great group to learn from.
- Thomas - 07-07-2004
littletanuki,
It's hard to recommend specifics, since we would have to know if they are available in Virginia. Every state has its own distribution network.
But you should establish a relationship with your retailer. Explain what you want and let he or she recommend a few things. My first relationship with a retailer is the one that got me into the wine business--he was good at what he did and I wnated to learn.
- winoweenie - 07-07-2004
I'll second IKs' suggestion. And accept my welcome to our little group of drinkers. WW
- newredwinelover - 07-23-2004
Hi Tanuki,
Sorry this is such a delayed post, but I haven't had much time lately to check out the boards. I, too, am a novice, but have tried a few Bordeaux's lately - some good, some not so good. None are pricey, which I like, because not knowing much I'd hate to get stuck with a pricey bottle that I don't like. Anyway, here's a recommendation for you, if it's available in your area. 1999 Rothschild Lafite Bordeaux. It's less tannic and easier drinking than others I have tried. Something else you might want to try is a 1999 Tommasi Raphael Valpolicella. It's obviously not a Bordeaux, but I feel it is definitely worth mentioning. In my (very) limited experience, I find this to be a true gem for the price. Both are in the $12-15 range. Happy drinking!
- Innkeeper - 07-23-2004
Hey Guys, look for the 2000 Chateau Recougne Bordeaux Superieur. It is selling for $10-$15 fairly widely. According to wine-searcher.com is is available in NJ, IL, and KY, and it is here in Maine for $10. I call it the $10 deal of year for any kind of wine.