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Bordeaux 2012 is turning out to be 'better and cheaper' than 2011, according to many. Will you buy?
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Yes - finally a vintage that I may be able to afford (81 vote, 29%)
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No - Bordeaux left me behind years ago (71 vote, 26%)
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Probably not - I'd rather buy vintages already on the market that offer better value (126 vote, 45%)
