A few notes of interest from Bordeaux this month:Harvest 2023: Harvest is underway. It’s always interesting to me to note how harvest works in Bordeaux. It feels like a more leisurely affair since there are so many varietals and they come in at such different times. Not like areas that only grow 1 or 2... Continue Reading →
Indianapolis Commanderie de Bordeaux — September Newsletter
News of interest on Bordeaux Harvest is underway: Jane Anson has a report on the earliest harvest on record which is underway in Bordeaux. The summer has been extremely dry with 6 weeks without rain. Things are freshening up now with a bit of rain and cooler temps. Grapes began coming in August 18 in... Continue Reading →
Indianapolis Commanderie de Bordeaux — August Educateur Newsletter
All, I've begun sharing this link with the national Educateurs group, so welcome in advance to the new visitors. Educateurs, feel free to share the link or lift anything at all. As always, I try to consolidate info that will be of use to our members and you may want to add news for your... Continue Reading →
Indianapolis Commanderie de Bordeaux — July Educateur Newsletter
Bastille Day approaches – a fine time of celebration in Bordeaux and a midpoint in the growing season. A Good Bordeaux Overview: If you are in the Detroit area, visit the Elie Wine Company in Birmingham. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable when it comes to French wines. His emails are informative deep dives for various... Continue Reading →
Indianapolis Commanderie de Bordeaux — June 2023 Newsletter
Thanks for the great response to the inaugural Indianapolis CdB newsletter last month. Lots to cover as reports are still coming in about the previews – and pricing – of the new Bordeaux, as well as the current vintage. There are still reports coming in from Bordeaux regarding the 2022s. Hope these pointers can help... Continue Reading →
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