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Vintage | Wine 1982 |
Classification | St Emilion - 1er Grand Cru Classé B |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Saint Emilion |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Château Belair |
Country | France |
TRAPET PERE ET FILS Clos Prieur 1982
Gevrey Chambertin
Pauillac
DOMAINE DE LA ROMANEE CONTI 1982
Grands Echezeaux
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 1982
Pauillac
CHÂTEAU DUCRU BEAUCAILLOU 1982
Saint Julien
Saint Emilion
Latricières Chambertin
Sauternes
DOMAINE DE LA ROMANEE CONTI Marey Monge 1982
Romanée Saint Vivant
Pomerol
For over a decade I have questioned which is the better vintage of Belair, the forward soft yet powerful 1983 or the more structured, exotic 1982. I am still not sure. Certainly the 1982 has emerged from its
Not as outstanding as I remember, but delicious, subtle and elegant. Good ruby color. Medium-bodied, with medium, silky tannins, a floral, berry and fresh earth character and a fruity, chocolate and berry aftertaste.