Bordeaux Struggles in 2004

An inconsistent vintage shows a few stars, but the futures market is soft

In March, I spent a week in Bordeaux tasting barrel samples of the region’s latest vintage, 2004. Most winemakers kept a brave face, but only a few truly have reason to smile. They know that vintage quality.....

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