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RARE ANJOU
Lying in Gloucestershire at Christie's (Octavian)
Anjou--Vintage 1928
Loire. Maison Prunier
Damaged capsules, one with remains only. Worn labels, one slightly torn. Levels: one 4.5cms, one 4.7cms and one 4.8cms below base of corks
Tasting note: Fabulous amber-gold with apple-green rim; lovely, very Chenin Blanc honey, with a refreshing whiff of 'lemon curd' acidity; medium-sweet, glorious flavour, good body and perfect acidity - even better after two hours in the glass. MB (August 1997)
3 bottles per lot
Lying in Gloucestershire at Christie's (Octavian)
Anjou--Vintage 1928
Loire. Maison Prunier
Damaged capsules, one with remains only. Worn labels, one slightly torn. Levels: one 4.5cms, one 4.7cms and one 4.8cms below base of corks
Tasting note: Fabulous amber-gold with apple-green rim; lovely, very Chenin Blanc honey, with a refreshing whiff of 'lemon curd' acidity; medium-sweet, glorious flavour, good body and perfect acidity - even better after two hours in the glass. MB (August 1997)
3 bottles per lot
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