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Vintage | Wine 1986 |
Classification | Sauternes - 2ème Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Sauternes |
Colour | Sweet white wine |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Lamothe |
Country | France |
CHÂTEAU LARRIVET HAUT BRION 1986
Pessac Leognan
Pauillac
Pomerol
CHÂTEAU GRAND CORBIN DESPAGNE 1986
Saint Emilion
CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 1986
Pauillac
Pessac Leognan
CHÂTEAU GRAND PUY DUCASSE 1986
Pauillac
DOMAINE DE LA ROMANEE CONTI 1986
Richebourg
Sauternes
Saint Emilion
For as inconsistent and indifferent as Lamothe-Despujols can be, the 1986 is irrefutably a sleeper of the vintage. A wonderful honeyed nose with a whiff of toasty oak is followed by an opulent, intense, rich, glycerin-filled, full-bodied, beautifully balanced Sauternes that should drink well for another 10-15 years. It is undoubtedly the best example I have ever tasted from this property.