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1980 Pousse d'Or (750ml)

$275.00

Allen Meadows, Burghound 89

Even from magnum, the nose is displaying a good deal of sous bois and very ripe secondary fruit aromas coupled with a distinct earth and mushroom component. The rich, full, delicious and highly complex flavors are very Volnay in character with elegance, precision and a lovely touch of minerality that complements nicely the velvet on the backend. This is a very pretty wine, especially texturally but one that should be consumed relatively soon.

1980 Sassicaia (750ml)

$300.00

1981 Filhot (750ml)

$136.00

1981 La Mission Haut Brion (750ml)

$180.00

Robert Parker 90

No doubt this vintage of La Mission-Haut-Brion was probably overlooked once the highly publicized 1982 vintage was conceived, but this wine has always been, in my opinion, one of the stars of the vintage. It showed extremely well with a big, rich, berry, smoky-scented bouquet, medium-bodied, alcoholic, deep flavors, huge fruit, and a long finish. It has shed much tannin, and seems to be nearing its plateau of maturity, where I would expect it to last for 10-15 years.

Wine Spectator 91

"Has good fruit. Medium ruby-red in color, with aromas of milk chocolate and spice. Medium-bodied, with medium-full tannins and plenty of earthy vanilla and chocolate flavors."

Clive Coates 18.5

Deep colour. Still barely mature. Lovely nose?Medium-full body. Good acidity. Plenty of fruit. This is very stylish. It finishes well and will still last. Vertical tasting 2001

Michael Broadbent 4 *

Spicy but aggressive in its youth, but rich, ripe fruit on the nose, crisp flavour and bitter tanins noted towards the end of the decade.

1982 La Mission Haut Brion (750ml)

$1,540.00

Robert Parker 100

The greatest La Mission Haut Brion made between the 1975 and 1989, the 1982 is, stylistically, a dead-ringer for the ethereal 1959. One of the most massive wines of the vintage, it remains an adolescent in terms of evolution, but it can be drunk with great pleasure if it is decanted 2-3 hours in advance. A thick, unctuously-textured wine with massive richness as well as abundant notes of black fruits, truffles, creosote, scorched earth, smoke, and camphor, a colossal mouthfeel, a layered texture, incredible depth of fruit and glycerin, and copious, but well-integrated tannins that are largely concealed by the incredible amount of fruit. An old school La Mission, it is a tour de force that should continue to age effortlessly for another 40+ years. A monumental wine! June 2009

Wine Spectator 97

"Herculean in structure, this has an extraordinary amount of fruit and tannins. The last vintage from the Woltners. Super-earthy and fruity, with great structure. Don`t touch for years; try in 1998 to 2000." --1982 Bordeaux horizontal.

Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar 95

"Good full medium red. Exotic yet lively aromas of roasted plum, marzipan and grilled nuts. Wonderfully dense but sappy, with grip of steel. Finishes powerfully tannic and extremely long, still with a touch of youthful austerity. A very impressive showing. Drink 2005 to 2025. (My second bottle was equally impressive but came across as even more backward and dominated by its structure.)"

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 94

Tasted at the La Mission/Haut-Brion dinner at The Ledbury. Though the La Mission ?82 was out-classed by the ?78, this remains a lovely La Mission probably in the middle of its plateau. This bottle has a warm, voluptuous, still Pomerol-like bouquet with touches of espresso and a stronger mint aroma than encountered on other bottles. The palate has a gentle but insistent grip and is very well balanced with cedar, sandalwood and dried blood inflecting the black fruit on the dense, quite rounded, generous finish. Lovely. Drink now-2020. Tasted September 2010.

1982 Leoville-Barton (750ml)

$260.00

Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar 91+

Red-ruby. Highly aromatic nose of raspberry, redcurrant, graphite, licorice and cedar. Leanish, dry and classic, with firm acidity but less flesh than the '96. Lovely traditionally made claret, with terrific finesse and grip. Still evolving. (A second bottle showed a somewhat leathery nose and came across as drier in the middle palate; it was not quite as fresh as the better sample.) Drink now through 2020.

Robert Parker 92

This traditionally made, old style, extremely dense, powerful wine requires another 7-10 years of cellaring. An opaque dark garnet color is followed by aromas of sweet cedar, old wood, truffles, smoke, and underbrush. Big, thick, juicy, black currant, and cherry flavors can be found in this muscular, monster-sized, exceedingly tannic, dense, backward wine. Immensely impressive for its size, strength, and structure, this 1982 requires another 5-10 years of cellaring. It is unquestionably one of the most concentrated wines of the Medoc, and it should last another 30-40 years.

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 90

Tasted blind at Harry Gill?s annual lunch. This is one of the best bottles I have had: open-knit and rather herbaceous at first with wild hedgerow, pine cone, pencil shavings and cedar on the nose. It has lost a little intensity over the years, but still well defined. The palate is well balanced with leafy black fruit, very natural with fine acidity, though without the depth and the chutzpah that marked out later vintages. Drink now-2020. Tasted February 2010.

1982 Petrus (1.5L)

$11,950.00

Robert Parker 98

"The 1982 Petrus, while never quite living up to my predictions from cask (I thought it to be a perfect wine), is still a colossal Petrus, exhibiting a backward, sweet, expansive nose of ripe fruit, Provencal herbs, chocolate, and spice. Full-bodied, tannic, and super-concentrated, this wine requires another 5-8 years of cellaring. It should keep for 25-30+ years."

Wine Spectator 96

"Dark ruby garnet. Intense tobacco, cedar, berry and blackberry. Full-bodied, silky, firm and fresh. Long. A beauty. One of the best bottles I have ever had."

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 95

Tasted at ?Fook Lam Moon? in Hong Kong. This is the best bottle of Petrus 1982 that I have encountered (off the top of my head, this is the fourth.) It has a lifted nose of vibrant red fruit, a little plum, cedar and a hint of dried meats that I have not encountered before. It shimmers with delight. The palate is superbly balanced with perfect acidity, gentle but insistent grip with a silky, almost tart, quite primal finish. Very long in the mouth, this is an exquisite Pomerol, but I have to say, out-classed by the Lafleur 1982 tasted alongside. Tasted November 2011.

1983 Bergweiller Prum Wehlener Sonneneuhr Beerenauslese (750ml)

List Price: ~~$136.00~~ Our Price: $118.80

$118.80

1983 Cheval Blanc (750ml)

$645.00

Robert Parker 95

"A classic example of Cheval Blanc's style, the 1983 continues to put on weight and develop favorably in the bottle. A saturated dark ruby color with some faint lightening at the edges exhibits less age than most right bank 1983s. The huge nose of mint, jammy black fruits, chocolate, and coffee is sensational, as well as surprisingly well-developed. The wine offers lusty, rich, unctuous fruit presented in a medium to full-bodied, low acid, concentrated, rather hedonistic style. There are no hard edges to be found, but there is plenty of tannin in the lush finish. Gorgeous for drinking now, this is a great Cheval Blanc that should continue to drink well, and possibly improve for another 20 years. The 1983 is far superior to anything Cheval Blanc has subsequently produced. It remains somewhat undervalued for its quality." Last tasted 12/97

Wine Spectator 96

A giant of a wine. The complex aromas and thickly textured flavors range from plum and raisin to coffee, minerals and mint. Not so elegant as a typical Cheval; more in the mold of the powerful '47 and legendary '21. Drink or hold.--Cheval-Blanc vertical.

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 96

Tasted single blind at the Fine Wine Experience horizontal in London. A deep garnet core. A very well defined, herbaceous nose, with tobacco, chestnut, savoury fruit and a touch of dates. Quite complex and with very good vigour, the Cabernet Franc right in the (slightly bretty?) saddle. After thirty minutes, a lovely menthol character coming through. The palate is medium-bodied, very well balanced with fine tannins and superb acidity. Very well poised with great tension. Pure blackberry, raspberry, Chinese tea, tobacco and dried leaves. Lovely, elegant, very focused finish. Superb Cheval, multi-faceted if not as sophisticated as the ?85. Tasted October 2008.

1983 Climens (750ml)

$163.00

Robert Parker 92

It exhibits the classic honeyed pineapple and spicy oakiness that makes Climens so profound. In the mouth, this wine is opulent and extremely rich, with gobs of glycerin yet enough acidity to give it plenty of definition and crispness. It is a beautifully made, stunning Barsac?"

1983 Clos du Marquis (750ml)

$72.00

1983 Kesselstatt Oberemmeler Karlsberg Eiswein GK (375ml)

List Price: ~~$136.00~~ Our Price: $118.80

$118.80

1983 Rausan-Segla (750ml)

$136.00

Robert Parker 90

"Fully mature, this seductively rich wine offers a knock-out nose of spring flowers, black fruits, smoke, and roasted herbs. Expansive and round with a velvety texture, real opulence, and low acidity, this concentrated, deliciously layered and intense wine reveals no hard edges. It represents the beginning of Rauzan-Segla's rebound in quality. Anticipated maturity: Now-2008."

Michael Broadbent 4 *

"Good wine. Firm, good flesh, stylish. Gentle fragrance. Good flavour and grip. Best I think in the early to mid-1990s."

1983 Rieussec (750ml)

$103.00

Robert Parker 92

Light golden with just the slightest tint of green, the 1983 Rieussec, from an excellent year for Sauternes, is certainly one of this property's greatest wines. Well structured with excellent acidity, and a deep, long, rich, full-bodied, viscous texture, this wine, despite the richness and power, is neither heavy nor cloying. It has gorgeous balance and a very long, lingering, spectacular finish. One of the great successes of the vintage.

Wine Spectator 94

Nectar-like if a bit on the sweet side, impressively complex, concentrated and focused. Deep gold, big, sweet and rich, with gobs of concentrated fig, brown sugar, butterscotch and oak flavor. A knockout.

1983 Simon, Bert Serriger Herrenberg Auslese GK (750ml)

List Price: ~~$72.00~~ Our Price: $62.10

$62.10

1983 Suduiraut (375ml)

$103.00

Wine Spectator 88

Delicious and balanced, showing exciting earthy, white truffle flavors that add complexity to the honey and spice notes. Medium intensity.

Robert Parker 87

This looks to be a good Suduiraut. A medium golden color, with a very honeyed, rich, floral bouquet, this full-bodied wine is not as profound as the other 1983s. Sweet, with fine honeyed flavors, this is an elegant, graceful Suduiraut with plenty of character. However, given the vintage, I had expected even more.

1983 Torres Gran Corona Black Label (750ml)

$78.00

Steve Tanzer's International Wine Cellar 91

Subtle, reticent nose combines spicy oak and roasted meat. Lovely gamey sweetness in the mouth, with sound acids and a spicy character. Full, ripe and quite long. (Tasting note from March/April 1996)

1983 Volxem Scharzhofberger Eiswein (375ml)

List Price: ~~$190.00~~ Our Price: $165.60

$165.60

1983 Volxem Scharzhofberger Eiswein GK (375ml)

List Price: ~~$215.00~~ Our Price: $184.50

$184.50

1983 Wil. Freudenmacher Erben Ungstein. Herrenberg Eisw (375ml-12pk)

List Price: ~~$98.00~~ Our Price: $85.50

$85.50

1985 Bonneaux CNP Celestin (750ml)

$700.00

Robert Parker

"..Only a handful of wines (Henri Bonneau's Reserve Celestin, Beaucastel, clos des Papes, and perhaps Vieux-Telegraph) will age gracefully into the first decade of the next century. Owners of 1985s should not defer their gratification any l,onger.

1985 Fonseca (750ml)

$124.00

Robert Parker 90

Fonseca is one of the great port lodges, producing the most exotic and most complex port. If Fonseca lacks the sheer weight and power of a Taylor, Dow or Warre, or the opulent sweetness and intensity of a Graham, it excels in its magnificently complex, intense bouquet of plummy, cedary, spicy fruit and long, broad, expansive flavors. With its lush, seductive character, one might call it the Pomerol of Vintage ports. When it is young, it often loses out in blind tastings to the heavier, weightier, more tannic wines, but I always find myself upgrading my opinion of Fonseca after it has had 7-10 years of age. The 1985 looks to be one of the top successes of the vintage, yet I believe both the superb 1983 and the otherworldly 1977 are far superior. Dense ruby/purple with the Oriental spice-box aroma, the 1985 is an expansive, sweet, broadly flavored wine with outstanding depth, concentration, and balance. It finishes with a solid lashing of alcohol and tannin.

Wine Spectator 93

Very dark and youthful ruby-purple. Very intense aromas of blackberry and black licorice. Full-bodied and lightly sweet, with chewy tannins and a rich licorice, blackberry undertone. Still tight. Drinkable now, but it needs a few more years. '77/'85/'97

1985 Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle (750ml)

$155.00

Robert Parker 91

A saturated dark plum/garnet color with amber at the edge is followed by an attractive smoky, underbrush, and truffle-scented wine with coffee, smoke, cedar, and jammy cassis/plum-like fruit. As the wine sits in the glass, notes of Chinese black tea, pepper, and soy emerge. There is surprising tannin and austerity in the finish, but the aromatics and attack were convincingly rich and intense.

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 95

A clear, more limpid colour compared to the early 1980?s. The nose has good intensity with notes of animal fur, liquorices, cigar box and smoke. Good definition but it takes a while to awake from its slumber. The palate is medium-bodied, superb balance and delineation with great focus. Less stalky than earlier La Chapelles, very harmonious with good grip and firm, solid structure to counterbalance the ripe leathery red-berried fruits. Real finesse, fleshy and meaty on the finish. Great length. Probably at its peak now, this is a great wine. Drink now-2018 Tasted March 2008.

1985 La Gaffeliere (750ml)

$67.00

Wine Spectator 91

Broad, supple and very ripe, spicy and appealing, already showing ebullient black cherry and cassis aromas and flavors, long and generous. Stands to keep gaining in the bottle at least until 1993.

1985 Pesquera Tinto (750ml)

$44.00

1985 Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf du Pape (750ml)

$133.00

Robert Parker 88

A consistently delicious example of Vieux-Telegraphe, this spicy, fruity, exuberant, flamboyant wine is full-bodied, juicy, and succulent. Although it lacks the extra dimension of flavor and complexity necessary to merit an outstanding score, it consistently provides a pleasing, mouthfilling glass of textbook Vieux-Telegraphe.

1986 Climens (750ml)

$180.00

Robert Parker 96

A totally compelling Climens and every bit as good as the 1988. It is probably the best Climens made since their spectacular 1971. Still light gold in color, it has an expansive bouquet of new oak, oranges, pineapples, and other tropical fruits. In the mouth, there is great richness that seems all the more impressive because of the wine's remarkable clarity and definition. There is as much botrytis in the 1986 as in the 1988. Despite the intensity and extract levels, this sweet wine comes across as crisp and relatively light. The 1986 is a stunning example of Climens at its very best.

1986 Margaux (750ml)

$1,080.00

Robert Parker 96

"The 1986 Margaux continues to be the most powerful, tannic, and muscular Margaux made in decades. One wonders if the 1928 or 1945 had as much power and depth as the 1986? The wine is mammoth, with extraordinary extract, superb balance, and a frightingly tannic finish. A Margaux of immense stature, it is made in a masculine, full-bodied style that is in complete contrast with the 1990. It should prove nearly immortal in terms of ageability."

Wine Spectator 98

"An absolute classic; incredibly concentrated, complex, elegant and firm without a hint of hardness. Layers of blackberry, cassis, plum, cedar, vanilla and spice, yet there is also a sense of reserve, indicating this has plenty of room to grow. Hold until 1995 to 2000."

1986 Phelps Eisele California (750ml)

$109.00

Robert Parker 92

The youngest and most backward, and the most promising wine of the four 1986 wines in this segment, is the 1986 Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard. The dense purple color with no lightening or amber is followed by a classic Eisele nose of crushed stones/minerals, black-raspberries/currants, and spicy wood. Full-bodied, concentrated, and pure, yet very youthful, this wine could easily have passed for a 3-4 year old California Cabernet. Hefty and concentrated, with considerable tannin, it requires another 2-4 years of cellaring; it will last for 20 years.

1986 Ruinart (750ml)

$201.00

Wine Spectator 90

Super rich and toasty Champagne in an elegant and refined style. Full bodied with apple, vanilla and lemon character, intense acidity and a medium finish

Richard Julhin

The flavor is still very young and aggressive, but the attach is promising. An unusually storable '86 that shouldn't be consumed before the year 2005.

1986 Taittinger Collection (Hartung) (750ml)

$385.00

Robert Parker 94

FineWine International

The lyrical abstract art of Hans Hartung embodies the essence of his own personal individualism. "The 1996 harvest was classic in character, with ripeness balanced by ample acidity and a fine structure filled out by elegant fruit. The 1986 Brut Vintage is fresh and delicate, with a great subtle interplay of tropical fruit flavors and toasty nuances culminating in an elegant finish." Claude Taittinger

Wine Spectator 92

"Crisp, firm and elegant with a sharply focused beam of pear, spice, vanilla and ginger notes that are rich and concentrated. Finishes with a burst of flavor that stays with you on a long, full finish."

1987 Diamond Creek - Lake California (750ml)

$385.00

Wine Spectator 93

"Clearly the best of the 1987s. Wonderful aromas and flavors, with ripe plum, black cherry and spice nuances, and a strong anise aftertaste. Fine balance; crisp but ripe tannins."

FineWine International

Very rare, collectable.

1988 Burklin-Wolf Wachenheimer Mandel. Scheurebe BA GK (375ml)

List Price: ~~$82.00~~ Our Price: $71.10

$71.10

FineWine International

B.A.

1988 Gruaud-Larose (750ml)

$163.00

Robert Parker 89

The 1988 Gruaud-Larose is probably a 30 year wine. Surprisingly powerful, rich, concentrated, long, and full-bodied for a 1988, and reminiscent of the 1975, only less savage, it appears to be a more complete wine than either the 1989 or 1990. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2025.

1988 Nicolas Feuillatte Vintage Cuvee Speciale (750ml)

$152.00

Wine Spectator 93

A distinctive bubbly with a deep yellow-gold color and intriguingly mature flavors that catch your attention. Smoky, nutty, toasty accents emerge in the aroma and continue through the finish. A fine bead and luxurious texture complete the package.

1988 Pfeffingen Ungesteiner Herrenberg Scheurebe BA (375ml)

List Price: ~~$65.00~~ Our Price: $56.70

$56.70

FineWine International

Beerenauslese classic.

1988 Pommery Cuvee Louise (750ml)

$158.00

Wine Spectator 91

A sophisticated, complex Champagne, with toasty aromas, distinctive but reserved mineral flavors, lush texture and a lingering finish. Outstanding in a subtle style.

Richard Julhin

This is the first vintage with the beautiful white label. Even the wine is beautiful and tasteful. The nose is already mature, with elements of cheese, milk toffee, and licorice�

1988 Rieussec (375ml)

$72.00

Robert Parker 93

The 1988 remains a very backward wine. Full-bodied and powerful, extremely rich and dense, it may be the least evolved 1988. The nose offers enticing coconut, orange, vanilla, and honeyed scents. The flavors are highly extracted. The wine's acidity and youthfulness suggest this wine needs another 5-10 years of cellaring. It should keep for 30 years.

Wine Spectator 94

Sweet, ripe and loaded with honey, toffee, carameland nutmeg-scented pear and apricot aromas andflavors. Generous fig and tobacco notes echo onthe long finish. A silky, supple, succulent winefrom France that should improve through at least 2000.

1989 Ducru-Beaucaillou (750ml)

$153.00

Wine Spectator 91

"A rich wine, with plum and earth aromas and flavors, a velvety mouthfeel and an excellent, ripe tannin structure. The '88 may be a tiny bit better. Try after 1997."

Robert Parker 89

Ducru's 1989 was one of the more tannic, backward wines in the blind tasting. It is cleanly made, and well-crafted, with plenty of black-raspberry and cassis fruit nicely touched by minerals and a fragrant, floral component. Medium-bodied, elegant, and well-endowed, this is a potentially outstanding wine if all the tannin melts away over the next 5-6 years. One of the least flattering 1989s to drink at present, it requires 4-5 more years of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2020.

Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 86

1989 La Jota Anniversary California (750ml)

$98.00

Robert Parker 90

La Jota's 1989 Cabernet Sauvignon is more evolved and forward than usual. The huge, earthy, weedy, tobacco, and blackcurrant-scented nose is followed by a rich, generously endowed, satiny-textured wine that coats the palate and finishes with impressive quantities of fruit, glycerin and alcohol. Most Howell Mountain Cabernets start life with a hard, firm, tannic edge, but this offering is pure suppleness and pleasure. Drink it over the next 10-12 years.

1989 Leflaive Batard Montachet (750ml)

$775.00

Wine Spectator 93

A wild wine, with full-throttle, ripe flavors. Very exotic, with perfumed crushed grape, toast and honey aromas. Full-bodied, with lots of fruit and a hint of orange peel on the finish.

Robert Parker 93

The Batard possesses a gorgeous aroma of oranges, flowers, butter, and minerals. In the mouth, it is pure buttery fruit supported admirably by crisp acidity and a deft touch of toasty new oak. A big wine by the Leflaive's standards, it should drink magnificently for at least 10-12 years.

1989 Louis Latour Batard Montachet (750ml)

$260.00

Robert Parker 96

Among Louis Latour's grands crus, the 1989 Batard-Montrachet is absolutely spectacular, a near perfect example of just how riveting Batard-Montrachet can be. Even though it is much more developed than the 1989 Corton-Charlemagne or 1989 Montrachet, it should last as long as either of them. The bouquet is bursting with flavors of oranges, smoky oak, toast, and butterscotch. In the mouth there is enormous richness, gobs of glycerin and extraction of flavor, and surprisingly high acidity in view of the wine's massiveness and extract levels. Drink this spectacular Batard-Montrachet over the next 10-15 years. This is an outstanding white burgundy by any standard of measurement. Don't miss it!

Allen Meadows, Burghound 92

A huge and enveloping nose of ripe orchard fruit and white flower aromas that are still largely primary in character leads to classic B�tard-like flavors as they're exceptionally powerful and extremely rich and long. This is impressive juice and while not the most elegant '89, this is really quite stylish and still on the way up.

1989 Piedmont Filzener Pulchen BA (375ml)

List Price: ~~$82.00~~ Our Price: $71.10

$71.10

1989 Raymond-Lafon (750ml)

$103.00

Robert Parker 91

The 1989 exhibits aromas of honeyed pineapple/tropical fruit and toasty new oak, as well as an exotic, flashy perfume that is not as pronounced in either the 1990 or 1988. The 1989 exhibits less botrytis than the other two vintages. The wine possesses an opulent, full-bodied, exotic, lavishly rich personality, moderate sweetness, and huge quantity of extract, glycerin, and alcohol in its finish. The wine is also extremely young and unevolved. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2025.

Wine Spectator 90

Stands out in this crowd because of its stylish lilac, violet, floral, rose petal scents that delight from start to finish; medium-to-full body and sweetness plus a long finish.

1989 Schramsberg J. Schram California (750ml)

$82.00

Wine Spectator 90

Everything you want in a bottle-aged sparkling wine. Bold, ripe and spicy, with honey, pear, nut and vanilla flavors that turn rich and creamy on the finish. Impressive for its finesse and concentration.

1989 Vereinigte Hospitien Scharzhofberger Auslese GK (375ml)

List Price: ~~$136.00~~ Our Price: $118.80

$118.80

1989 Von Simmern Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen Auslese (375ml)

List Price: ~~$50.00~~ Our Price: $43.20

$43.20

Stuart Pigott

"Outstanding. The '89 Auslese has unctuous honeyed apricot fruit, lots of extract, the sweetness perfectly matched by elegant acidity."

Wine Spectator 91