Know nothing about Bordeaux

[simmasow]

I'm pretty new to the wine game and drink mostly "New World" wines. Of course, despite some personal political feelings concerning the French, you have to eventually dip your toe in the water. Couple of questions:

1) What is a moderately priced Bordeaux for someone to try?

2) Does anyone have suggestions on a Bordeaux that would be good to drink 5 years from now for a special occasion?

Thanks in advance

(I live in the NYC area and frequent the Stew Leonards wine shop out on the Island--if this helps in the suggestions)