12 bottles per lot
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Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste--Vintage 1990
Pauillac, 5me cru classé. Château-bottled
Lot 323 has signs of seepage and a stained label
Tasting note: Along with the 1982, 2000, and 2005, the 1990 is one of those monumental Grand Puy Lacoste's that you can't have enough of. Still inky/blue/purple-colored to the rim, it boasts a gorgeously sweet, pure nose of crème de cassis, spring flowers, and a hint of wet rocks. The wine is full-bodied, plush, and expansive with impressive levels of glycerin and purity as well as an endearing texture. This 1990 is evolving at a glacial pace, but the sweetness of the tannins and low acidity ensure a delicious treat whenever a bottle is opened. It should evolve for another 20-25 years. 96 points. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #183, June 2009
12 bottles per lot
Pauillac, 5me cru classé. Château-bottled
Lot 323 has signs of seepage and a stained label
Tasting note: Along with the 1982, 2000, and 2005, the 1990 is one of those monumental Grand Puy Lacoste's that you can't have enough of. Still inky/blue/purple-colored to the rim, it boasts a gorgeously sweet, pure nose of crème de cassis, spring flowers, and a hint of wet rocks. The wine is full-bodied, plush, and expansive with impressive levels of glycerin and purity as well as an endearing texture. This 1990 is evolving at a glacial pace, but the sweetness of the tannins and low acidity ensure a delicious treat whenever a bottle is opened. It should evolve for another 20-25 years. 96 points. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #183, June 2009
12 bottles per lot
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