Tag Archives: Bordeaux

10 March 2010

Something to celebrate: 1990

I suppose it is inevitable that the wine trade will live on hype about certain vintages.  It was 1982 which made Robert Parker’s name when he declared it, early and correctly, to be a great vintage. 2000 was much promoted … Continue reading →

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1 March 2010

Recent vintages of Langoa Barton

There is something very satisfying about a proper case of wine.  At one level it’s only a wooden box as opposed to the usual cardboard container but it spells promise – hopefully great wines and a bit of protection against … Continue reading →

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20 October 2009

Bordeaux Masterclass (1)

One of the best reasons to start a wine group is to taste wine you would not normally choose or way beyond your normal price level.  So for Andover Wine Friends’ second birthday party there  were no candles but a … Continue reading →

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