“The wine is magnificent; unfortunately these geniuses of communication have already declared two vintages of the century. Now they don’t know what to say!” – Stephane Derenoncourt, consultant winemaker.
“The 2010 is like the 2005, only everything is bigger – more tannin, more finesse, more acidity. But we have nothing to do with it. It’s the weather.” – Patrice Hateau, director of Chateau Pape Clement.
“Back in November, many owners were already quietly confident that their 2010 was better than the already legendary 2009s but, coming hot on the heels of the hallowed ’09s, they seemed embarrassed to say it too loudly. “ – Bill Blatch.
“If you prefer the classical style of Bordeaux more than the ripe and powerful style of vintages like 2005, 2009 or 2003, then the 2010 vintage may be just the thing for you.” – The Amateur Wino
 “The taste of the wine is given by the climate and the know-how of the winemakers and growers, but this year the climate during the summer was exceptionally dry and sunny without extreme temperatures. For red wines, the taste is strong with wonderful colour and beautiful aromas… warm – not hot – with cold nights is the secret for the great taste of Bordeaux.” – Denis Dubourdieu.
“No one in his or her mind could say that 2010 is not an excellent vintage for Bordeaux.” – James Suckling.
“It is almost too good; we don’t normally get this ripeness.” – Dominique Meneret of Domaine de Courteillac.
“We are in a climate cycle that is superb. We have better control over vine disease than we did 15 years ago. We used to harvest for the health of the grapes. If there was some problem we picked the grapes before they were completely ripe. Now we use a precise product at the precise moment to keep our crops in perfect health.” – Charles Dhevallier, manager of Chateau Lafite Rothschild.
“After the much-awaited and much-vaunted 2009 vintage, which has fully lived up to expectations, could Bordeaux really be blessed with another great vintage the following year? Considering the weather patterns over the summer and analysis of the grapes during the 2010 harvest, the cautious answer was "Yes, maybe". However, once fermentation finished, the answer became "Yes, probably". And now that the wine has been put into barrel, malolactic fermentation is over, and the strategy for the final blend almost decided at the end of February, we can answer that 2010 will most certainly be a great and even a very great year for both red and white wines.” - Denis Dubourdieu
“After the hype and chaos that was Bordeaux 2009, it seems quite incredible to think that yet another great vintage may be on our doorstep. All the early indications are that this vintage is very special, with perfect flowering, a warm but dry August and beautiful weather at harvest to ensure a crop of perfectly matured and ripe, juicy grapes.” – Berry Bros & Rudd.
“Embarrassingly good.” – Christian Seely, head of AXA Millesimes.
For more information, see the following: Bordeaux En Primeur 2010 Report | 2010 Bordeaux En Primeur Review | Quotes on En Primeur Bordeaux 2010 Vintage | 2010 Bordeaux En Primeur Quick Overview | Bordeaux 2010 En Primeur: Market Trends and Pricing | En Primeur Ltd Client Services & Benefits | North Rhone 2009 En Primeur Report | Rhone - Wine Region of the Year 2010 | Southern Rhone 2009 En Primeur Report | Wine Investment (Asian Market) | Fine Wine Investment
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