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LOT 79

Lot 79

CHÂTEAU LE PIN 1989 (1) WA 96

CHÂTEAU LE PIN 1989 (1) WA 96
Lot 79 Details
CHÂTEAU LE PIN 1989

Pomerol.
scuffed label

A slightly firmer, more structured wine than the 1990, with similarly low acid but more noticeable tannin, the color remains a very healthy saturated ruby/purple. The nose needs more coaxing and offers up noted of coconut, roasted herbs, jus du viande, along with plenty of black currant and sweet cherry fruit with nicely integrated toasty oak. The wine has similarly high levels of glycerin to the 1990, but less accessibility, and more structure and possibly power. This is a remarkable wine, and certainly one of the great vintages for Le Pin. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2022. Last tasted, 12/01 WA 96

1 bt.    per lot $3,500 - $4,000

Realised: $3,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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