“Difficult to compare 2009 with 2010 both inherently
distinct, 2010 a more ‘classic’ Bordeaux. Pricing as
always should be interesting. Don’t be surprised if
release prices for top estates are up on 2009 with
bargains hard to get hold of. I expect Far Eastern
demand for En Primeur 2010 to stretch across lesser
growths. A more diverse market not just buying the top 5
chateaux. “
Favourite Wines: Margaux, VCC, Brane-Cantenac
Based on 2009 release prices, these are our investment
recommendations
Potential short-term Investment Value:
Pontet Canet, Pavillon Rouge du Ch. Margaux, Montrose.
“Perhaps the Bordelais felt they needed another
stonker to help justify the hugely inflated release
prices for the extraordinary 2009 vintage. They probably
realised that an inferior vintage would inevitably
command lower release prices, potentially throwing the
’09 prices into temporary disrepute... Perhaps they were
just fortunate enough to enjoy another fantastic growing
season… For whatever reason, Bordeaux has produced
another distinguished vintage that will live long in the
memory – Bravo“
Favourite Wines: Pontet Canet, Margaux and VCC.
Based on 2009 release prices, these are our investment
recommendations
Potential short-term Investment Value:
Lynch Bages, Pavillon Rouge du Ch. Margaux and Cos
d’Estournel
Potential long-term Investment Value:
Vieux Ch. Certan and Ch. Margaux
Thomas
Gearing (Director):
“I’m sure the 2010 vintage will live long in the
memory with many wines suited to decades of cellaring.
It still remains to be seen whether it will take its
place alongside the greats such as 2000, 1982, 1961,
1959 and 1945 – but there is every chance. A combination
of high quality and smaller than usual production,
suggests this vintage will again be oversubscribed.
Assessment of the best wines to buy for investment will
be reserved until prices are released, but expect last
year plus 5-10% (due in part to currency fluctuations).
On this basis a longer term strategy is advisable.“
Favourite Wines: Vieux Chateau Certan, Ch.
Margaux and Cheval Blanc.
Based on 2009 release prices, these are our investment
recommendations
Potential short-term Investment Value:
Pavillon Rouge, Lynch Bages and Montrose.
“Another great vintage for Bordeaux and following
last year’s sensational offering we now have another
magnificent range of wines to appreciate. I do think
that subsequent tastings will hold the key to this
vintage with regards to the style of wine that many will
be offering and for me the right bank wines were less
consistent.
Pricing and availability will determine where the value
really is with 2010s, demand will focus on wines outside
the firsts for those seeking investment value.“
Favourite Wines: VCC, Cos & Margaux. With special
mention to Pape Clement (Blanc)
Based on 2009 release prices, these are our investment
recommendations
Potential short-term Investment Value:
Ducru Beaucaillou & Pavillon Rouge
“All in all, an impelling vintage across the board.
The quality of the season was evident and shone through
in the efforts from all the first growth Chateaux. We
now wait with bated breath, as Robert Parker’s scores
should give final direction to price release. If early
suggestions are anything to go by this year’s vintage
will be walking out in the suit of 2009, only fitted to
measure with a waistcoat and a top hat to match. Lots to
look forward to, and pricing to be key in showing the
true colours of the 2010 vintage. “
Favourite Wines: Cos d’Estournel and Margaux.
Based on 2009 release prices, these are our investment
recommendations
Potential short-term Investment Value:
Carruades de Lafite and Pontet Canet.
Potential long-term Investment Value:
Haut Brion and Margaux.
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