1994

In Bordeaux, the red wines are nicely coloured but slightly austere. The Merlot-domainated wines of the Libourne region fared well, as this grape-variety was favoured.

In California, 1994 is a vintage of great uniformity and prodigious quality for Cabernet Sauvignons, which are approachable, exceptionally aromatic, wonderfully sweet and riche, but neighter heavy nor cumbersome.

Best wines from the vintage 1994:

Extraordinary wines: Harlan Estate 1994, Zind-Humbrechet Tokay Pinot Gris Clos Heimbourg Selection de Grains Nobles 1994, Clos Erasmus 1994, Chapoutier Hermitage Vin de Paille 1994.

Outstanding wines: L'Ermita 1994 Alvaro Palacios, Cote Rotie La Landonne Guigal 1994, Dominus Proprietary Red Wine 1994.