Wine › 2003 › Bordeaux - France

Written by the leading international expert on French wine The Wines of Bordea... Written by the leading international expert on French wine The Wines of Bordeaux is the authoritative guide to one of the most important and complex wine regions in the world. Sumptuously produced with a wealth of color illustrations and stunning... more

"Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot... "Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot 2003 was one of the hottest, earliest Bordeaux vintages ever. Some vines suffered from lack of moisture, but old vines and clay subsoil at Enclos saw this vineyard... more

"The grape varieties are Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with a majority of Caberne... "The grape varieties are Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with a majority of Cabernet Franc at 55%. Amazing! The limestone soils of Ausone appear to have been the perfect foil for resisting the extreme heat and drought of June, July and August, 2003. This... more