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LOT 160

Lot 160

CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2002 (1)
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2004 (1) WA 94+

CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2002 (1) CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2004 (1) WA 94+
Lot 160 Details
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2002 (1)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé
u. bn.

CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2004 (1)

Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé
u. bn. marked label.

One of the vintage’s most compelling wines (what’s new about that?), Alain Vauthier’s beloved 2004 Ausone has closed down considerably since I tasted it out of barrel, but it remains among the most concentrated wines of the vintage. Furthermore, along with Petrus, it will probably be the longest-lived. A dense purple color is accompanied by a celestial perfume of blue and black fruits, wet stones, flowers, and incense. On the palate, the wine exhibits exceptional power and concentration, but this historic terroir has also provided a surreal lightness to the wine’s impression. Beautiful flavors, sensational depth, and abundant structure suggest this 2004 will not be close to full maturity for 8-10 years. It should last for four decades. June 2007 WA 94+

2 bts.    per lot $900 - $1,100

Realised: $912

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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