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1981 La Mission Haut Brion

Region: Red Bordeaux
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List Price: $189.00       Our Price: $165.00
Product Id:
 
19231
Size:
 
750ml

Price:
 
$165.00
In Stock:
 
1
 
Description
La Mission Haut Brion-1981-750ml-PCAEGP-Red-Bordeaux-France

Tasting Notes
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
Neil Martin, Wine Journal, eRobert Parker 89
Garnet core with brick rim. The nose is lacking vigour, but has a nice refined, leafy personality with overt sous-bois characteristics. But give this time in the glass because it develops some nice earthy black fruits. The palate is medium-bodied with good freshness and vitality. Not great depth but with a nice earthy finish. Drink now-2012. Tasted May 2008.
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