About this episode

This episode explores the hidden gems and value in Bordeaux fine wine beyond the First Growths with expert insights from Michael Saunders.

In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina heads to Bordeaux, one of the world's most famous wine regions, to uncover a side of Bordeaux that many wine lovers overlook. Beyond the First Growths and headline names, where can you find great value today? How do you know if a fine wine has been stored properly? And why does provenance and traceability matter so much when buying mature Bordeaux? Joined by Michael Saunders, Group CEO of Coterie Holdings, this episode explores the world of Bordeaux fine wine, from First Growths and Cru Bourgeois to En Primeur, mature vintages and hidden gems across the Left and Right Bank. Whether you're looking to learn about wine, deepen your wine education, discover one of the world's greatest wine regions, plan Bordeaux wine travel, or understand how to buy fine wine with confidence, this wine podcast episode is packed with expert insights, practical advice and stories from inside the world of Bordeaux. Shownotes 04:18 – Château d'Yquem 1967 — the bottle that inspired Michael's lifelong passion for Bordeaux and fine wine. 06:24 – Wine is meant to be shared — the lesson Michael learned from legendary Bordeaux winemakers about enjoying wine…

People in this episode

Host: Janina Doyle

Guest: Michael Saunders

Topics covered

• Bordeaux wine
• fine wine
• wine education
• value wines
• wine storage
• provenance
• wine travel

Keywords

• Bordeaux
• fine wine
• wine education
• Coterie Holdings
• Château d'Yquem
• wine storage
• provenance
• hidden gems
• wine travel
• Cru Bourgeois

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Coterie Holdings

Products: Château d'Yquem 1967

Places: Bordeaux

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