1978 Cantemerle
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The 1978 is medium dark ruby with some amber at the edge. The wine has begun to develop a musty, old-barrel aroma that detracts from the otherwise cedary, spicy, black fruit character. In the mouth, there is a sense of fatness. The astringent tannins in the finish suggest that perhaps there is not enough fruit for the amount of tannin. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 8/88.
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The 1978 is medium dark ruby with some amber at the edge. The wine has begun to develop a musty, old-barrel aroma that detracts from the otherwise cedary, spicy, black fruit character. In the mouth, there is a sense of fatness. The astringent tannins in the finish suggest that perhaps there is not enough fruit for the amount of tannin. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 8/88. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Owned by SMABTP Insurance since 1980, this estate has been carefully restored to its former glory, expanding its vineyards to the original 90 hectares and producing high-quality wines in line with its status.