2011
Vintage Quality: Weak
Current Condition: Ready to drink
The quality of the 2011 vintage in Bordeaux was less notable compared to the brilliant vintages of 2009 and 2010. The weather during the growing season was unusual, with dry winters and springs and extremely early bud break. Dry conditions led to drought concerns and uneven ripening. Severe storms before harvest damaged some vineyards.
The harvest was smaller than usual, with variable quality. Larger estates performed better than smaller ones. For red wines, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot often did not achieve full ripeness, but Cabernet Franc did relatively well, especially in Pomerol and Saint-Émilion.
The best estates managed to produce some good wines with fresh red fruit aromas and rich tannins, but they were typically a bit more acidic and lower in alcohol than normal. Some wines also suffered from over-extraction or diluted character. The best wines had a fresh fruit character but were more acidic and less alcoholic. Most are suitable for short to medium-term drinking.
White wines were more consistent, with rich notes of ripe tropical fruit and balanced acidity. The 2011 vintage is considered more of a year for dry whites than reds. Many of the best wines are now ready to drink, especially dry whites and reds from Pomerol, with some wines suitable for further aging.
A very unusual dry white wine from Sauternes, an area renowned for its sweet, botrytised wines....
Lalande de Pomerol is increasingly popular for its wines with Pomerol character,...
Black fruit and cocoa in the aroma. Medium body and medium tannins. Good length.
The wine is full-bodied and nicely balanced with smooth but firm tannins and a medium-long...
Beautiful dark ruby shade. Strong aromas of burnt oak with lots of blackberries and blueberries. Fruit and...
Château Bernadotte 2011 is an elegant red wine from the Haut-Médoc region of Bordeaux that reflects the...
History of Ch. Lanessan is exceptional - from 1310 until today it has belonged to just two families. Until...
Château Cambon La Pelouse is one of the most popular wines in Bordeaux for wine lovers...
An amazing Bordeaux wine from Montagne St.Emilion. Black cherries, tobacco, herbs and liquorice. Very...
Chateau Bellegrave has a great location. The vineyards are situated between Ch. Latour and Ch. Lynch Bages and...
A ripe, fruity wine that also has tannins and structure, giving it both richness and a firm,...
The wine is dark garnet in colour. The aroma of the wine contains smoke, truffles and black cherries. On the finish, the wine...
