The Judgment of Paris: California vs. France and the Historic 1976 Paris Tasting that Revolutionized Wine.
For over five decades, the world's most discerning wine enthusiasts have debated the age-old question: which wine is superior, Cabernet Sauvignon or Chardonnay? This iconic event in 1976 set off a chain reaction of change in the world of wine. On October 5, 1976, Robert Mondavi and Jacques Pommard tasted and judged Bordeaux wines from the 1945, 1959, and 1961 vintages against Napa Valley's finest Cabernet Sauvignons.
The results were stark: the 1945 is considered one of the greatest wines ever made. The bold, full-bodied flavors of black fruit, spice, and oak dominated the tasting, leaving France's Bordeaux firmly in its shadow. As the world learned to appreciate this new wine style, the French wine industry began to adapt and innovate, producing more complex and refined Cabernets.
Today, a gift for any serious wine lover, The Judgment of Paris: California vs. France is available for you to experience this pivotal moment in wine history.
