Intelligence Squared Debate: Burgundy vs Bordeaux
Mar 6, 2022
Join renowned wine experts Jancis Robinson, Financial Times correspondent and Master of Wine, and Hugh Johnson, celebrated author known for the World Atlas of Wine, as they dive into the fierce rivalry between Burgundy and Bordeaux. Hear personal anecdotes about their wine journeys and discover the distinctive characteristics of each region. The debate heats up with discussions on aging potential, flavor profiles, and market influences, leaving you with a deeper appreciation for these iconic wines and a newfound perspective on this timeless conflict.
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Childhood Wine Memory
- Michel Roux Jr.'s earliest wine memory involves Chateau d'Iquem at age seven.
- He humorously describes it as "the finest cough syrup" he'd ever tasted.
Burgundy Awakening
- Jancis Robinson's love for wine began with a 1959 Chambol Musigny Les Amoureuses in Oxford.
- She found the wine intellectually stimulating and sensually pleasurable, unlike Bordeaux.
Cambridge Contrast
- Hugh Johnson discovered wine through a roommate at Cambridge who presented him with two contrasting wines from the same hillside.
- This experience sparked his curiosity and led to the creation of The World Atlas of Wine.
