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Vintage 2014: 10 years on, an exceptional vintage for French viticulture
- Tue, Oct 1, 2024 at 18:00
Climate conditions for the 2014 vintage: a year of contrasts
The year 2014 was marked by particularly contrasting weather conditions, which put the vines to a severe test. A complicated spring and a wet summer had led winegrowers to fear the worst. However, an exceptionally sunny autumn saved the harvest, producing grapes of remarkable quality.
The secret of the 2014 vintage lies in its perfect balance between freshness and ripeness. Thanks to a capricious but ultimately favorable climate, this year's wines reveal a rare harmony, combining elegance, balance and tannic structure. Ten years on, this vintage remains an example of cellaring, with an ageing potential that continues to impress connoisseurs.
Bordeaux 2014: a fine vintage for laying down
The 2014 vintage Bordeaux wines benefited greatly from this year's famous Indian summer. The Cabernet Sauvignons, particularly favored by the climatic conditions, offer deep, elegant wines with black fruit aromas, spicy notes and a beautiful minerality.
Today, after 10 years, these wines show a solid structure and are at an optimal point for tasting. If you still have bottles of this vintage in your cellar, now is the ideal time to enjoy them.
Discover our Bordeaux 2014 selection
Burgundy 2014: finesse and elegance
The 2014 Burgundy wines are distinguished by exceptional finesse. This year's Chardonnays offer delicate aromas of white flowers and citrus, accompanied by vibrant freshness. The Pinot Noirs, meanwhile, reveal remarkable aromatic purity, with well-controlled tannins.
While some 2014 Burgundy wines are beginning to reach their peak, others still retain cellaring potential, promising to evolve wonderfully in the years to come.
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Rhône 2014: rich, generous wines
The 2014 vintage in the Rhône Valley produced rich, generous wines. In the north of the region, Syrahs stand out for their silky tannins and ripe red fruit aromas, while wines from the south are warmer, with beautiful roundness and striking aromatic depth.
2024 harvest: a tribute to the 2014 vintage
As the 2024 harvest gets underway, it's hard not to draw parallels with the 2014 harvest. That year was rich in lessons for winegrowers, particularly in terms of managing climatic hazards and optimizing the harvest. Today, the methods perfected thanks to the experience of 2014 continue to influence viticultural practices.
If you still have a few bottles of the 2014 vintage in your cellar, this is the perfect opportunity to taste them. These wines, having evolved over time, now reveal complex tertiary aromas, such as leather, undergrowth, truffle and tobacco, making them treasures to be savored.
Why invest in the 2014 vintage?
The 2014 vintage has established itself as a benchmark year for collectors and investors. Its characteristics, ageing potential and market recognition make it a sure bet for discerning wine lovers. You can find our selection of 2014 vintage wines at attractive prices, perfect for enriching your cellar, for tasting or as gifts.
Celebrate 10 years of the 2014 vintage
With its intrinsic qualities and impressive ageing potential, the 2014 vintage continues to make French winemakers proud. With the 2024 harvest just around the corner, it's the perfect time to pull out a few bottles of this unique vintage, and appreciate the mastery of French terroir.
Discover our selection of wines from the 2014 vintage and treat yourself to a glass of this exceptional vintage to celebrate the anniversary of a decade.