Old world Quote by Larry Olmsted
““Old World Bourdeaux, the noblest and most lauded of the many noble and lauded French wines. Like Champagne or Burgundy, Bourdeaux is both a region and a regulated wine style, but it is the most collected and coveted style. Strict quality rules rank just five Bourdeaux vineyards out of hundreds as "first growth," or premiers cru, and all five have become household names among wine lovers, synonymous with luxury and quality: Chateau Lafite-Rothschild; Chateau Margaux; Chateau Latour; Chateau Haut-Brion; and Chateau Mouton Rothschild. These have long been considered among the greatest wines ever made””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Wine Tasting Lecture, 2015
The quote praises the top five Bordeaux wines as epitomes of luxury, quality, and collectibility, comparing them to Champagne and Burgundy.
In simple terms: Bordeaux’s finest wines are luxury symbols.
Key Takeaway
Seek excellence in your choices.
Themes
luxury
quality
collectibility
wine culture
status
Mood
refined
enthusiastic
contemplative
Type
descriptive
celebratory
When to use this quote
- fine dining
- wine collecting
- gift giving
- celebrations
Key Concepts
Terroir
first growth classification
brand prestige
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you value brand reputation over personal taste?
- How does wine influence social status?
A Different Perspective
The focus on prestige may overlook lesser-known but excellent wines.
