Château Guadet Plaisance: Tasting & Drinking
I can think of few wines that have challenged my preconceptions of Bordeaux and its generally perceived appellation hierarchy more than those of Château Guadet Plaisance. Let us broaden our horizons for a moment and look not at this appellation, but its somewhat more famous and desirable neighbour, St Emilion. Even here, it is accepted that quality can be very variable; around the limestone plateau and côtes there are some exceptional wines being made, but once you are out on the sandy plains there is a pressing need to choose much more carefully. Some good wines can be found, made by dedicated winemakers such as Jonathan Maltus, but there are also some that have a great propensity to disappoint.
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