Everyday Bordeaux is finally affordable, said John Mariani in Bloomberg.com. International competition and a steep decline in French consumption have recently inspired the region’s producers to ship more wines that are priced to move. Below are three enchanting examples—”distinctive” blends that truly “show their terroir.”
2010 Château de Lavagnac ($10). “An amazement at this price,” this lush, “velvety smooth” merlot blend is perfect with pâté.
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