2006

In Bordeaux, 2006 is a tannic, structured vintage that will require considerable aging. However, unlike the vintages 1986 and 1996, the 2006 Médocs will be more approchable in  their youth.

The Pomerol and the Graves are the best regions in Bordeaux in 2006.

2006 is a superb vintage for the northern Rhone's white wines (Hermitage).

Best wines from the vintage 2006:

Extraordinary wines: Masseto 2006, Ermitage les Griffieux Chapoutier 2006, Ermitage l’Ermite (blanc) 2006, Astralis Clarendon Hills 2006, Chateauneuf du Pape reserve Domaine Chapoutier 2006.

Outsanding wines: Penfolds grange 2006, Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve des deux frères 2006, Pingus 2006, Barolo riserva 2006 Giacomo Conterno, Ausone 2006.