David Kline

9.5

Black cherry and plum tart emerging through aromas of violets dotting brown breads, shiitake and black oak. Cinnamon, cedar and clove coalesce. Raspberry reduction with currants. Hints of mints. Tart cherry palate brings cherry reduction and black currants, tons of dark cedar wrapped cigar, tart blackberry, peppercorn and cinnamon stick. Green notes suggest this is still young and half-blossomed despite the quarter century. Grainy tannins, though rounded.



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Alexandre Pagliano

9.6

Dark rubi robe with a slight brick color on the rim. One would never say its over 40 years old. Cedar notes intertwined with dark cherries, tobacco, pencil lead, and secondary aromas. Dense, rich, but balanced and fresh, its a bold Pauillac ready to drink but absolutely no rush. Great bottle and one of the best 82s we tasted. — 15 days ago

with Jose, veronique and 1 other

Janet Tremblay

9.4

1986 vintage. Several hours after decanting…wonderful wind. Rich mature fruit, very soft tannins. Enjoyed with a grilled fillet mignon. Wonderful pai. — 11 days ago

with Laurier

Deborah M

9.3

This was pulled last night for everyone to try. Grateful to get a taste of this one. Would have never guessed 1995. 1995 the year I finished law school. This was a lovely wine. — 3 days ago

Paul K

9.5

I love this. Hoping more notes to come but good friends and time may prevent! Have a great Mem Day weekend! — 6 days ago

Ron Siegel

9.2

Not used to drinking such a young GL. This was mostly primary that needs another 20 yrs. — 6 days ago

Gilbert Van Hassel

9.2

Even at 23 years this is still baby and needs another 5 years to fully open with integrated tannins. Started to open after a good hour in the glass. First taste after a pour acidity and gripping tannins. — 5 days ago

Mike Saviage

9.8

Dark scarlet color with a deep center. Notes of black cherry, cola, roses, cassis, some spice and a little wood char. Amazing perfume in the nose. Smooth and silky in the mouth. Lots of drama with this one, and many agreed the 59 was better than the 45, the 61 and 82 Latours beside it. Bravo! — 11 days ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.5

Gorgeous, traditional and generous.
Not too sweet, not too rustic; right in the middle 🎯
Soft notes of plums, black cherries, beefstew, garrigue, brown spices and a whiff of hearty umami nuances like porcini, sundried tomatoes and vegemite/soysauce.
Well balanced, medium bodied and full of detail and finesse. Great stuff. — 16 days ago

Mark Rosse

9.4

Liked this one quite a bit. Showing off the Grenache more and makes for a different experience for older Beaucastels. — 13 days ago