6 bottles per lot
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Château Margaux--Vintage 1983
Margaux, 1er cru classé
Lot 213 excellent appearance. Levels into neck. Lot 214 one very slightly stained label. Levels into neck
Lot 214 in original wooden case
Tasting Note: Unquestionably the wine of the vintage. It was, as so frequently, exceptionally appealing in cask, vivid purple, with fruit-driven aroma and dramatic taste. I was fortunate enough to taste the wine a dozen times in the 1990s, on several occasions paired with the '82. Although the latter is excellent, the '83's fragrance and finesse puts it ahead........Two very recent notes within a month. The first, in magnum: a very deep core, rich legs, lively and still youthful; initial burst of fragrance but sweaty tannins, then a whiff of tar and coffee. Mouth-drying tannins yet seemed to get softer in the glass. 'Needs 20 years'. Next, in bottle, richly coloured; classic bouquet with Margaux' inimitable scent; delicious fruit and balance. A beautiful wine. Long life. Last tasted Dec 2005 ***** M.B.
6 bottles per lot
Margaux, 1er cru classé
Lot 213 excellent appearance. Levels into neck. Lot 214 one very slightly stained label. Levels into neck
Lot 214 in original wooden case
Tasting Note: Unquestionably the wine of the vintage. It was, as so frequently, exceptionally appealing in cask, vivid purple, with fruit-driven aroma and dramatic taste. I was fortunate enough to taste the wine a dozen times in the 1990s, on several occasions paired with the '82. Although the latter is excellent, the '83's fragrance and finesse puts it ahead........Two very recent notes within a month. The first, in magnum: a very deep core, rich legs, lively and still youthful; initial burst of fragrance but sweaty tannins, then a whiff of tar and coffee. Mouth-drying tannins yet seemed to get softer in the glass. 'Needs 20 years'. Next, in bottle, richly coloured; classic bouquet with Margaux' inimitable scent; delicious fruit and balance. A beautiful wine. Long life. Last tasted Dec 2005 ***** M.B.
6 bottles per lot
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