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Vintage | Wine 1990 |
Classification | Médoc - 4ème Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Saint Estèphe |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Lafon Rochet |
Country | France |
Chambertin Grand Cru
Pauillac
Champagne
BILLECART-SALMON Grande Cuvée Brut 1990
Champagne
Saint Estèphe
Pauillac
CHÂTEAU CLOS DE L'ORATOIRE 1990
Saint Emilion
PAUL JABOULET AINE La Chapelle 1990
Hermitage Rouge
Sauternes
Saint Emilion
The 1990, a stunning effort for this property, offers further proof of just how successful 1990 turned out to be for St.-Estephe. Very dark ruby, with a tightly knit nose of black fruits, this massively endowed wine is one of the most powerful and concentrated Lafon-Rochets I have tasted. Patience will be required with this offering.
A bit rustic but very concentrated. Dark ruby color, with ripe berry and dried currant aromas. Full-bodied and chewy, with lots of fruit and a medium finish. Needs a bit of time.