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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 | Belair |
Country | France |
CHÂTEAU SUDUIRAUT Cuvée Madame 1982
Sauternes
LATOUR LOUIS Cuvée Héritiers Latour 1982
Chambertin Grand Cru
Margaux
Chapelle-Chambertin
Médoc
CHÂTEAU MALARTIC LAGRAVIERE 1982
Pessac Leognan
DOMAINE DE LA ROMANEE CONTI Marey Monge 1982
Romanée Saint Vivant
Pomerol
Saint Emilion
Clos de Vougeot
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.