2017/18 Bordeaux Issues

[Runnin' Rebel]

I was doing a lot of reading on the Bordeaux wines of 2017 and there was a big spring frost that year that destroyed partially or all their crops. Then in May 2018 there was a massive hail storm that caused 17500 acres of damage, 80% of 8400 acres were massively damaged. So in May 2018, the buds were 10 days away from breaking then the hail knocked off the buds and damage the wood, enough wood damage that the sap won’t run through the plant. Which will effect 2019 as well. Oh and 2013 had a nasty frost hit too, so 4 out of the last 9 years are effected, inclusive of 2019

Cliff Notes:
Margaux
Medoc
Borg
Blaye
Lalande
Deux-Mers
Pessac-Leognan
Smith Haut Laffitte
Graves
Plus a few more

The Congac Region in May was even worst damage in the May 2018 hail

So instead of buying wine to age I ususaly buy to drink now or in 5 or less years. At least I know what to expect, unless it’s an exception year. (NAPA) like 2012/13/14
Good luck on your buying and drink the best you like

EDIT: I’ll post pictures of my Bordeaux when I move all my personal wine to Florida