It’s with good reason that I find myself writing about Bordeaux, so soon after last weeks post on Gordon Ramsay’s choice wines from Chateau Bauduc. It has aroused some discussion among Curious customers, making it more obvious than ever before of how highly people rate wine of this appellation. And it’s the 2005 vintage that’s been getting all the hype. But why?

Quite simply, 2005 proved to be one of those exceptional years, producing almost perfect conditions for grape growing, leading to better wine than in an average Bordeaux year, hence why it’s been the talk of wine lovers for the best part of four years. And it’s these wines you should be considering for the future.

Lay them down and drink years later for a fantastically different and an even better drinking experience. There are wines available that have been set aside already from the last decade, or before, but expect to pay a premium. Laying wine down yourself is the most economical way to do it, the only disadvantage of course being the wait. You will need patience and the willpower not to drink it too early.

Not all wines are suitable for aging and experts will determine very early on what kind of aging potential a wine has. Most, including many that you may consider expensive, are to be drank young. So when you’re choosing wines to lay down, ask your wine merchant which he or she recommends and when it will reach its peak. When you’re storing it, make sure it’s laid down on its side (to protect the cork) in a cool, dark place where the temperature will not fluctuate too much.

If you’re keen to bury a little treasure for the future, Chateau Reignac is our number one pick from Bordeaux. Due to peak around 2013, we dare you to come back to us in four years time and tell us that it wasn’t one of the best wines you ever tasted. A snip at €19.99, and even better with an extra 15% off in our Bordeaux sale, we’re going to be keeping a few wonder kids for ourselves, with Chateau Reignac being top of the list.

If you need any further recommendations or advice on wines for the future, feel free to get in touch via e-mail or phone. Promise we won’t bite…