1989 La Fleur Petrus
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Subtle ruby with hints of brown. Minerals and burnt aromas. Definitely tarry. 'Thick' tasting with an edge of minerals and just a little lack of fruit in the middle. At or just past its peak now. After sitting in the decanter for an hour it developed the most delightful velvety texture – essence of Pomerol Merlot. (JR)
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In the ongoing competition between the 1989 and 1990 vintages, in the case of La Fleur-Petrus, the 1989 comes out a clear winner. The dense plum/garnet color offers up notes of underbrush, dried herbs, caramel, sweet cedar, and jammy black cherries intermixed with some balsam wood. In the mouth the wine is deep, very pure, ripe, with moderate tannins still to be shed. A very impressive, gorgeous La Fleur-Petrus that is the best wine made during a somewhat indifferent period for this property. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2015. Last tasted, 3/02.
A juicy, succulent '89 offering lots of chocolate, black olive and plum character. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. Slightly one-dimensional but a joy to taste.--1989 Bordeaux horizontal. Best after 2005.James Suckling, Wine Spectator 1999
About the producer
Château La Fleur-Pétrus was the first acquisition of many in Pomerol by Jean Pierre Moueix, who went on to own Château Trotanoy, Château Hosanna and most notably Pétrus. Jean Pierre Moueix was born in Corèzze in moved to Saint-Émilion with his parent in 1929 following the Great Depression.