1983 Château Palmer
Community Tasting Note
sirpat00 wrote:
Friday, July 2, 2021 - Magnum rarities tasting; 7/2/2021-7/3/2021 (Zunfthaus zur Waag, Zurich): Magnum rarities tasting hosted by a merchant and collector. The headline line-up of the main event featured 18 aged red wines from magnum which was preceded by warm-up tasting of a dozen aged reds. The highlights across both days were Chris Ringland 1998 (99), Montrose 1990 and Yquem 1948 (both 98). Also strong were Palmer 1989 (97), Cheval Blanc 1985 (97) and Léoville Poyferré 1990 (96). None of the wines were decanted prior to serving.
Tasting note:
Intense and ripe fruit, aging notes only around the edges, truffles and leather. This complements a distinctly minty character. Powerful, youthful palate, vibrant acidity and well balanced. Lots of grip. Some aging notes accompany the finish. Comparing this glass to glass with the 1989, I felt the latter showed even more personality, but both were outstanding.
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