Let's Talk Bordeaux
Bordeaux wines are one of the most famous wine blends in the world and along with that distinction boast some of the heftiest price tags. Even the newest vintage of First Growth Bordeaux wines such as Chateau Margaux and Chateau Mouton Rothschild sell for an average of $1,000 and up. What many people don't realize is that many smaller producers are creating beautiful, well balanced Bordeaux wines that are absolutely wonderful at just a fraction of the cost. I had the pleasure of exploring some of these a few weeks ago with the incredible wine maker and consultant Olivier Dauga ; whose love of loud shirts and rugby was only surpassed by his passion for creating approachable and affordable Bordeaux wines. Here are four of my favorite from the evening: Chateau Macay 2011 Classic - This wine has a gorgeous clear garnet color with bright, aromatic dark fruit flavors and subtle hints of spice. It's a soft elegant wine perfect for just about a...