PETRUS 1978 |

Petrus 1978 PomerolLot 627: u. 5ts, 3t/hs, 3hs, 1h/ms, labels slightly soiled, 8 wine stained, 7 slightly wrinkled and slightly scuffed, 4 corks slightly depressed, Lot 628: u. 1bn, 3ts, 3t/hs, 3hs, 1h/ms, 1ms, 1 label slightly soiled, 2 wine stained, 9 damp soiled and glue striped, these 9 with slightly whiter labels than first 3, 8 labels slightly wrinkled or worn across bottom, 6 capsules slightly damaged, 4 corks slightly depressedAt 40 years old, this is show-stopping. A huge blackberry nose leads to glorious earthy/tobacco depth of flavour on the palate. The impact, bounce and fresh attack are terrific. It has never been better and thrilled everyone around the table. Serena Sutcliffe, MW 627:12 bts (cn) 628:12 bts (cn)per lot: GBP 8,500-12,000per lot: USD 10,000-15,000per lot: EUR 9,500-13,500LYING IN GREENFORD, MIDDLESEXOffered Duty Paid onlyEstimates are per lot