A few notes of interest about Bordeaux this month: *Philippe Raoux Passes Away: Jane Anson has an obituary and personal remembrance of Margaux winemaker Philippe Raoux who passed away in late October. Raoux was responsible for the renaissance of Chateau d’Arsac and his fight for his vines to be included in AOC Margaux. He expanded... Continue Reading →
Indianapolis Commanderie de Bordeaux — October Newsletter
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 — 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 →
Fall Newsletter 2022
It’s amazing how rejuvenating a vacation can be! I’ve been back for a couple of weeks and I’m still riding the motivational high. A long vacation with lots of time to journal and rest was just what I needed to organize and prioritize – and tackle Q4. Thanks to all of you who followed along on... Continue Reading →
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