Bordeaux

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Wine drinkers worldwide regard Robert M. Parker, Jr.'s Bordeaux as "The Bible." First published in 1985, this influential consumer guide marked the beginning of Parker's esteemed career in wine criticism. His mission through The Wine Advocate and bestselling books has been to offer honest, informed advice on which wines are worth purchasing. The fourth edition covers vintages from 1961 to 2001, updating readers on new producers in France's key wine region and including over 700 wine labels for the first time. Parker has retasted and reevaluated many of Bordeaux's finest wines, adjusting their ratings, so returning readers will find a wealth of new insights. The book starts with an overview of each vintage, detailing growing conditions, anticipated maturity, price ranges, and the best wines. The core chapter, "Evaluating the Wines of Bordeaux," meticulously reviews producers by appellation, listing chateaux alphabetically along with contact details, vineyard size, winemaking style, and evaluations. Each entry features extensive tasting notes and Parker's rating system, scoring wines from 50 to 100. Additional chapters provide essential information on great Bordeaux wines, travel tips for the region, a glossary of wine terms, and more. This guide is invaluable for both amateurs and connoisseurs in their search for the perfect bottle.