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Bordeaux Wine Vintage 2024 - Varied, Challenging, Aromatic, Precise


Published on 2025-05-11 09:08:12 - Forbes
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  • The Bordeaux 2024 wine vintage was challenged by frost, mildew and rain. Wines that fared well include intense aromas and fine, light and precise flavors.

The 2024 Bordeaux wine vintage, as described by Tom Mullen in Forbes, was marked by a challenging growing season characterized by varied weather conditions, including a warm spring, a hot summer, and a cooler, wetter autumn. Despite these challenges, the vintage has produced wines that are aromatic and precise, with a notable freshness and elegance. The reds, in particular, show a range of styles from powerful and structured to more delicate and nuanced, while the whites and sweet wines have benefited from the cooler conditions, resulting in vibrant acidity and complex flavors. Overall, the 2024 vintage is seen as a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Bordeaux's winemakers, offering a diverse and promising selection of wines.

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