1988 La Lagune
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La Lagune's 1988 has a streak of herbaceousness, and tart, aggressive tannins that appear to have the upper hand in the wine's balance. Medium-bodied, spicy, and straightforward, it lacks the flesh and chewy opulence of top vintages of La Lagune, but it should prove to be long-lived. The question remains - is there enough fruit? Anticipated maturity: Now-2005.
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This may have been overrated previously. Rather herbal and funky, with bark and chestnut character. Medium-bodied, with medium tannins and a fruity, slightly austere finish.--1988 Bordeaux horizontal. Drink now.James Suckling, Wine Spectator 1998
La Lagune's 1988 has a streak of herbaceousness, and tart, aggressive tannins that appear to have the upper hand in the wine's balance. Medium-bodied, spicy, and straightforward, it lacks the flesh and chewy opulence of top vintages of La Lagune, but it should prove to be long-lived. The question remains - is there enough fruit? Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Feb 1993, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
A Third Growth, this Haut-Médoc estate has been owned by the Frey family since 2000. They’ve invested significantly in the vineyard, cellar and château itself, rapidly realising ambitious plans for the property.