1989 Château Clos de Sarpe
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The 1989 Château Clos de Sarpe is also terrific and certainly stood out in the lineup. Deep ruby/plum-hued, a rocking bouquet of blackcurrants, unsmoked cigar tobacco, sappy herbs, and chocolate all emerge from this ripe, medium to full-bodied, beautifully textured Saint-Emilion. It shows the house style in its concentrated, powerful vibe, yet it's nevertheless elegant, if not even pretty, on the palate. This beautiful wine will evolve gracefully for another 15-20 years or more. Don't let that keep you from opening bottles, though!
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About the producer

This small Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Classé estate is a FINE+RARE favourite. Run by Maylis Marcenat, the fourth generation of her family to do so, the 3.7-hectare vineyard has old vines and limestone soils, producing wines of incredible freshness and great ageability.