What is the aging potential of Bordeaux red blends?

Bordeaux red blends are famous for their dignified aging ability due to their well-defined tannins, harmonious acidity as well as multifaceted flavor profile. Wines of high quality, for example those from prestigious producers and great vintages, can mellow and develop complexity, from their initial youthful fruity style evolving into using characters of dried fruit, leather, earthy nuances and more. Though many Bordeaux red blends are approachable in the year of vintage, typically these wines strive to be aged to achieve their potential, with the very best wines aging even for several decades under the appropriate conditions.