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Chateau Siaurac – Two Bordeaux Right Bank Vintages: 2016 vs. 2020

Posted by A. Kraft | Aug 16, 2024 | Bordeaux, French Wines, Old World Wines, Red Wines, Wine Reviews |

A friendlier vibe vs. a more serious structure: The 2020 Plaisir, vs. The 2016 Château Siaurac.

Three Sauternes Side by Side

Posted by A. Kraft | Aug 2, 2024 | Bordeaux, Bordeaux Blanc, French Wines, Old World Wines, Wine Reviews |

Taste notes and impressions from three Château La Tour Blanche Sauternes wines, comparing sweetness, balance, and oak influence from our Bordeaux visit.

Château Tour de Mirambeau Bordeaux Blanc: A Cruise Favorite

Posted by A. Kraft | Jul 19, 2024 | Bordeaux, Bordeaux Blanc, French Wines, Old World Wines, White Wines, Wine Reviews |

Last April, I found a wine so good on a cruise that I had to snap a photo to track it down. Perfect with seafood — Rich, smooth, and zesty.

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