{"id":18049,"date":"2017-09-29T11:29:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-29T01:29:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/?p=17607"},"modified":"2017-09-29T11:29:00","modified_gmt":"2017-09-29T01:29:00","slug":"basic-guide-to-starting-a-bordeaux-wine-collection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/wine-blog\/2017\/09\/29\/basic-guide-to-starting-a-bordeaux-wine-collection\/","title":{"rendered":"Considering Starting a Bordeaux Collection? Here is a Basic Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of wines, some things are constant. Even today, the critics&#8217; overall opinion (that was established over a century and a half ago) of premium <span style=\"color: #d5d5d5;\"><strong>Bordeaux wines<\/strong><\/span> remains largely unchanged even today. At a global exhibition held in Paris in 1855, the worlds&#8217; best Bordeaux wines were classified into specific categories such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Ch\u00e2teau Haut-Brion<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Ch\u00e2teau Latour<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Ch\u00e2teau Lafite-Rothschild<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Ch\u00e2teau Margaux<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Ch\u00e2teau Mouton Rothschild<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#333333&#8242; thickness=&#8217;1&#8242; up=&#8221; down=&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>To this day, any average vintage of these premium wines is highly sought-after and a collector would have to cough up more than $1000 for it.<\/p>\n<p>[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#666666&#8242; thickness=&#8217;1&#8242; up=&#8221; down=&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Bordeaux Ch\u00e2teaux &#8211; The evolution<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Among the Bordeaux ch\u00e2teaux that were part of the 1855 classification, Haut-Brion is the one that has consistently maintained excellence and a high investment potential over the decades.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Its owners purchased La Mission Haut-Brion in the year 1983. Maintaining the original label even under the new ownership, the latter has consistently created numerous outstanding score wines, including some stunning white blends that are always in high demand.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Updated every 10 years, the 1855 classification has added some excellent Premiers Grand Crus to their list including Ch\u00e2teau Pavie, Ch\u00e2teau Ang\u00e9lus, Ch\u00e2teau Cheval Blanc and Ch\u00e2teau Ausone.<\/li>\n<li style=\"margin-left: 30px;\">Some wines that offer the highest investment potential, however, are from a subregion that hasn&#8217;t been part of any classification. And so, Le Pin and Ch\u00e2teau Petrus, both from Pomerol, have been very consistent with creating wines that are among the most coveted in the world. The wines from this ch\u00e2teaux have been collectors&#8217; favourites for many decades; in some cases, for over a century and a half.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#666666&#8242; thickness=&#8217;1&#8242; up=&#8221; down=&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Collecting Bordeaux &#8211; Getting it right<\/h2>\n<p>Each year, the topmost Bordeaux experts in the world head to the region to sample wines straight from the barrel; their opinions set the wheels of En Primeur sales into motion and that&#8217;s how the Bordeaux frenzy continues to build.<\/p>\n<p>The main idea behind these En Primeur sales is that people that buy wines on futures get a far better price. For a buyer with patience, the rewards can be truly outstanding; a classic, top chateau Bordeaux vintage will offer excellent drinking and profitable sales within a matter of a few decades. Regardless of what the case is, the only way you can guarantee a flawless aging process is to have <a title=\"Here are some reasons why you should consider getting a custom wine cellar installed for your home\" href=\"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/why-you-should-consider-getting-a-custom-wine-cellar-for-your-home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">custom-built wine cellar storage solution<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#666666&#8242; thickness=&#8217;1&#8242; up=&#8221; down=&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Buying in Bordeaux bond<\/h2>\n<p>When you purchase any wine as an investment and intend to resell it you will be able to keep the profit tax-free if you purchase it under bond. The wine will have to be stored at a certified bonded warehouse and will be exempt from customs, VAT, and excise duty. A wine that is stored under bond is also insured.<\/p>\n<p>This is why purchasing Bordeaux wines in bond is quite convenient, especially when the wine is bought with the express intent of reselling it for a profit. Unless you visit various wineries yourself and buy the wines directly from there, a reliable wine merchant becomes the vital link that connects you to the best Bordeaux in the world.<\/p>\n<p>Especially in the case of older Bordeaux, you often need authenticity documentation. Choosing a reputable and well-established merchant with an impeccable track record is the guarantee that you will receive the wines you have paid for in prime condition and in a timely manner.<\/p>\n<p>[vc_separator type=&#8217;normal&#8217; position=&#8217;center&#8217; color=&#8217;#666666&#8242; thickness=&#8217;1&#8242; up=&#8221; down=&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>A few more pointers<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you store wines in your own custom cellar or someplace else, it&#8217;s crucial to keep track of the drink dates, the life expectancy and the shifting prices. It&#8217;s important that you hold on to the new releases for a while if you want to make a decent profit from them. If you relish enjoying wines of a specific age, you would have to keep a close tab on their prime drink dates.<\/p>\n<p>For any more information about Bordeaux wines or <a title=\"Signature Cellars are the experts in designing and building unique wine storage solutions\" href=\"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/signature-cellars\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">custom wine cellar design and installation<\/a>, you can call <span style=\"color: #d5d5d5;\"><strong>Signature Cellars<\/strong><\/span> on <span style=\"color: #d5d5d5;\"><strong>02 9340 7515<\/strong><\/span> or use this <a title=\"Contact Signature Cellars to learn more about custom wine cellar design and installation\" href=\"https:\/\/signaturecellars.com.au\/contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact form<\/a> to get in touch with us. We&#8217;ll be pleased to assist you and provide custom solutions that match your requirements.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks for reading,<br \/>\n<strong style=\"color: #d5d5d5;\">Neil Smallman<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Signature Cellars<\/em><br \/>\n<em>1300 570 636<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the world of wines, some things are constant. Even today, the critics&#8217; overall opinion (that was established over a century and a half ago) of premium Bordeaux wines remains largely unchanged even today. 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