Throughout my global wine travels, the winegrowers I meet offer a unified message: Climate, as expressed through weather, is changing, and chaotic weather patterns are making vintages more difficult and unpredictable.

The 2016 Bordeaux vintage is a case in point. But even after wringing their hands all season, Bordeaux’s vignerons have been blessed with one of the best vintages in recent years. Here’s what happened.

To learn about the topsy turvey Bordeaux 2016 vintage and why it is a vintage you will want to buy, click the title below and read the full article on Snooth.