Chateau Gruaud-Larose 1986 2eme Grand Cru Classe St Julien
 Ref: 2766

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From the very good 1986 vintage and scoring 94/100 Parker points, "There seems to be no doubt about the quality of the 1986 Gruaud-Larose, which in 20 years should rival the extraordinary '90, '82, '61, '49, and '28 made at this vast estate. From the first time I tasted this wine in cask, I have thought it to be among the blockbusters of the vintage. It has a black/purple color, mammoth structure, a fabulous wealth of fruit, and a finish that seems to last several minutes. This is indeed first-growth quality, but then, when, in the last decade, has a Gruaud-Larose not matched the quality of the first-growths? Given the enormous structure, impressive concentration, and massive tannins, one must wonder when this wine will be ready to drink. That may preclude a number of consumers from actually deciding to buy it. For many readers, this is probably a wine to lay down for their children, rather than for them to realistically consider drinking in their own lifetimes." Drink now - 2030. A lovely christening gift.

This vintage wine is shipped in a deluxe silk lined wooden presentation box with four wine accessories (corkscrew, wine pourer, drip stopper & wine thermometer) [worth £17.99] at no extra cost.

Price:   £149.97