12 bottles per lot
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Château Haut-Brion, Blanc--Vintage 1989
Pessac (Graves), cru classé
In original wooden case. Excellent appearance and levels
Tasting note:Whether this wine ultimately turns out to be better than the profound 1994 and 1985 remains to be seen, but there is no doubt that this is the most immense and large-scaled Haut-Brion Blanc I have ever tasted. Jean Delmas, administrator of the Dillon properties, felt the 1989 fully replicated the fleshy, chewy texture of a great Grand Cru white Burgundy. Only 600 cases were made of this rich, alcoholic, sumptuous wine. It is amazingly full and long in the mouth, with a very distinctive mineral, honeyed character. The low acidity would seemingly suggest a shorter life than normal, but I am convinced this wine will last 10-15 or more years. It is a real show stopper! Anticipated maturity: Now-2025. Last tasted, 1/97. Bordeaux Book, 3rd Edition # B1 jan 1998. Robert parker.
12 bottles per lot
Pessac (Graves), cru classé
In original wooden case. Excellent appearance and levels
Tasting note:Whether this wine ultimately turns out to be better than the profound 1994 and 1985 remains to be seen, but there is no doubt that this is the most immense and large-scaled Haut-Brion Blanc I have ever tasted. Jean Delmas, administrator of the Dillon properties, felt the 1989 fully replicated the fleshy, chewy texture of a great Grand Cru white Burgundy. Only 600 cases were made of this rich, alcoholic, sumptuous wine. It is amazingly full and long in the mouth, with a very distinctive mineral, honeyed character. The low acidity would seemingly suggest a shorter life than normal, but I am convinced this wine will last 10-15 or more years. It is a real show stopper! Anticipated maturity: Now-2025. Last tasted, 1/97. Bordeaux Book, 3rd Edition # B1 jan 1998. Robert parker.
12 bottles per lot
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