Strictly Bordeaux

With all the mania around Star Dance, we decided to do something very classy this month and celebrate the the Ball season with some high end drop. So in the name of all those celebrity dance programs that nobody actually admits they watch apart from your mother, we introduce the IWCoK version of the Opera Ball – “Strictly Bordeaux”.

Few would argue that Bordeaux is the most famous and valued wine region in the world. Where else is there so much hype about what a wine will be, that you can actually buy futures (en primeur). I recommend the film Red Obsession if you are really that interested in how the region works, and why the value of these wines has skyrocketed in the past 15 years.

We are going to stay a bit closer to earth with our box, but still give you a great sample of what the region can offer. First and foremost are the red blends of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. These are the primary grapes of the region and account for about 75% of the areas harvest. Indeed you can find Petit Verdot and Malbec, but these very much the minority. Exceptionally dry or more fruity, you will find a huge choice of taste by just mixing the geography and blend of these few grapes. Now up to you to taste our pics and decide for yourself where your preference lies.

The white wines are dominated by Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. These produce again very dry, “citrusy” whites that are best served with sea food. Sardines on the grill of even fish and chips will not disappoint. The blend we included with Colombard offers a much easier taste, that need not be paired with a meal to go down easy while you are waltzing to an old Strauss “hit”.

We recommend you take out your best glasses for this box – both the wines and you deserve it!

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