Most people know Bordeaux, France, for its amazing wines, but beyond that, many don’t realize just how diverse and prestigious the region really is. I had the incredible opportunity to attend the **Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux 2025** tasting event at **Cipriani 42nd Street** in New York City, and it was truly unforgettable.
The **UGCB** (Union des Grands Crus de Bordeaux) is an association that has represented some of the top wine producers in Bordeaux since 1973. For years, they’ve hosted their iconic wine tasting event in NYC, held at the stunning and historic **Cipriani on 42nd Street**.
This year’s event showcased wines from across Bordeaux’s most famous appellations: **Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, Saint-Émilion, Pomerol, Sauternes & Barsac, Haut-Médoc & Médoc, Listrac & Moulis,** and **Graves & Pessac-Léognan**.
It was such a special experience to taste so many incredible wines in one place. Personally, I was especially drawn to the wines from **Pauillac, Saint-Estèphe, and Pomerol**—each offered rich, full-bodied reds that were beautifully balanced and deeply expressive.
Pauillac: Chateau d'Armailhac, Chateau Lynch-Moussa, and Château Lynch-Bages, which is a Fifth Growth estate renowned for its robust and age-worthy wines.
Saint-Estephe: Chteau Cos Labory & Chateau Ormes De Pez
