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2014 Vintage — Balance Restored After an Exceptional Indian Summer
Buying a 2014 vintage wine means choosing a vintage shaped by a spectacular turnaround. After a cool and wet summer that raised concerns about the harvest, an outstanding Indian summer allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and completely. The finest wines now stand out for their freshness, precision and excellent ageing potential, offering a more classic style than the warmer vintages.
The greatest successes can be found in Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Priorat and the finest vineyards of Pessac-Léognan. The Rhône Valley, Rioja, Ribera del Duero and several leading Italian wine regions also offer excellent bottles, although careful producer selection remains important.
Our recommendation
For the safest purchases, focus on 2014 Bordeaux, particularly the leading Left Bank classified growths and the finest Pessac-Léognan, White Burgundies, the best Vintage Champagnes, and the top wines from Priorat. The finest Red Burgundies, Rioja, Ribera del Duero and Tuscan wines are also excellent choices when selecting reliable producers.
World Web Wines Buying Guide
The 6 Best Performing Regions of the 2014 Vintage
A selection of the wine regions that delivered the strongest performances in the 2014 vintage, based on the consensus of the leading international wine critics and publications.
White Burgundy
96/100One of the finest white Burgundy vintages of the decade.
Left Bank Bordeaux
95/100Outstanding Cabernet Sauvignon and age-worthy wines.
Champagne
94/100A superb vintage with precision and excellent ageing potential.
Priorat
94/100One of Spain's greatest successes of the vintage.
Pessac-Léognan
93/100Classic reds and outstanding dry white wines.
Red Burgundy
92/100Elegant, fresh and beautifully expressive Pinot Noir.
World Web Wines editorial ratings are intended as a buying guide. They are based on the consensus of leading international wine references and do not represent a single official score.
The Style of the 2014 Vintage
The 2014 vintage marks a return to classic balance after several more difficult harvests. An exceptional Indian summer allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and fully, producing wines that are fresh, precise and beautifully balanced. Rather than power, the finest wines emphasize purity of fruit, elegance and a faithful expression of their terroir, while offering excellent ageing potential.
Burgundy 2014 — Outstanding Whites, Classic Reds
In Burgundy, 2014 is particularly sought after for its white wines, considered among the finest of the decade thanks to their freshness, precision and remarkable ageing potential. The reds display a more classic style, offering elegance, purity and an excellent expression of Pinot Noir from the region's leading estates.
Look for: Chablis, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chassagne-Montrachet, Gevrey-Chambertin, Vosne-Romanée and the region's most consistent producers.
Bordeaux 2014 — The Great Return of the Left Bank
In Bordeaux, 2014 marks the return of a truly classic vintage. An exceptional September allowed Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve outstanding ripeness, making Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe and Margaux the standout appellations of the year. The red wines of Pessac-Léognan are also highly successful, while its dry white wines rank among the finest of the vintage.
Look for: Pauillac, Saint-Julien, Saint-Estèphe, Margaux, Pessac-Léognan, Pomerol and the finest Saint-Émilion estates.
Champagne, Spain and the Rhône Valley — The Other Great Successes
The Champagne region produced an excellent vintage, with wines that are precise, vibrant and built for long ageing. In Spain, Priorat stands out as the vintage's leading success, while Rioja and Ribera del Duero also delivered excellent wines. In the Rhône Valley, the Northern Rhône produced elegant, classic Syrahs, even if the vintage is slightly less powerful than the region's greatest years.
Look for: Vintage Champagne, Priorat, Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Hermitage, Côte-Rôtie and the finest Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
Italy and Other Regions — Excellent Opportunities from Leading Producers
In Tuscany and Piedmont, 2014 is more heterogeneous overall, but the finest estates produced elegant and beautifully balanced wines. Germany, Alsace and the Loire Valley also offer attractive bottles, although producer selection remains essential to fully appreciate the quality of the vintage.
Key Takeaways
Best buying opportunities: White Burgundy, Left Bank Bordeaux, Champagne, Priorat, Pessac-Léognan and Red Burgundy.
Also worth considering: Pomerol, Saint-Émilion, Rioja, Ribera del Duero and Bordeaux's finest dry white wines.
Select carefully: Tuscany, Piedmont, the Southern Rhône, Alsace and Germany, where the best producers clearly stand out.
Vintage summary: The 2014 vintage demonstrates how an exceptional late season can transform an uncertain harvest into a benchmark vintage. The finest wines are elegant, fresh and built to age beautifully.
Choosing a Bottle from the 2014 Vintage
Whether you're building a cellar, buying a special gift or looking for a birth-year bottle, the 2014 vintage is an excellent choice for lovers of classic, balanced wines with excellent ageing potential. The finest opportunities can be found in Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne and the top vineyards of Priorat, where leading producers crafted wines that continue to evolve beautifully over time.
