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Vintage | Wine 1961 |
Classification | Médoc - 4ème Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Margaux |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Château Prieure Lichine |
Country | France |
Sainte Croix du Mont
Champagne
Loupiac
Saint Estèphe
Sauternes
Margaux
A great vintage often compared to the 1945s. The risk is that the tannin will outlive the fruit. Nevertheless some fabulous wines made.
1961 is among the 9 best vintages after the war.