RH: A key role – Bordeaux is essential for understanding the history of wine. It’s a benchmark and it’s really important to learn how to distinguish the various appellations and vintages during your studies. And as a young sommelier, it’s only natural to want to taste these great Bordeaux wines you hear so much about.
MN: It has played a key role for me too. The first wines I drank were Bordeaux since my uncle is a big fan of Bordeaux wine. He had me taste many classified growths, from second to fifth growths. One of the first bottles that really stood out for me was a 2005 Clos du Marquis. I also have fond memories of drinking bottles of Carmes Haut-Brion with my uncle. Later on, the first bottles I bought were Duhart Milon.