The word “fresh” is used a lot to describe 2018 bdx. What does fresh refer to? More fruit forward? Less complex? Less oak? Drinking fresh squeezed grape juice? Anyone know?
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Fresh means acidity. It’s needed in every wine region, but it’s vital in concentrated wines, especially as alcohol creeps up. It’s not a new term. It’s been a common notation for the past 4-5 years at least.
My guess is decades longer than that.
So which vintage is the freshest - 2016 or 2018?
That term was also used extensively for 2016.
If true…is anyone hesitant sbout the supposed higher alcohol vintage of '18?.. I tend to prefer bordeaux in the 12-13% range
