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Vintage | Wine 1996 |
Classification | St Emilion - Grand Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Saint Emilion |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Corbin Michotte |
Country | France |
Pessac Leognan
Saumur Champigny
CHÂTEAU LEOVILLE LAS CASES 1996
Saint Julien
Margaux
Saint Emilion
Saint Emilion
Hermitage Rouge
Haut Medoc
Saint Emilion
Information on the vintage 1996 red Bordeaux: Though upstaged by the attractive 1995s, this vintage is better than it was first made out to be, and improves greatly on acquaintance. Indeed, after looking through my notes, I think it is a seriously underrated vintage.