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Vintage | 1978 |
Rating | 80-84 |
Classification | Graves - Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Pessac Leognan |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Price | Less than 100 € |
Château | Haut Bailly |
Country | France |
Saint Emilion
CLAUDE GIRARD Clos du Moulin à Vent 1978
Moulin-à-vent
Pomerol
Saint Emilion
Pauillac
Sauternes
Sauternes
Pessac Leognan
CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 1978
Pauillac
For whatever reason, the now-mature 1978, while fruity, quite charming, and soft, never quite had the depth and dimension of the 1979. Now taking on some amberorange color, this wine has a herbaceous, oaky fragrance, soft, loosely knit flavors, and a smooth finish.