CHATEAU MARGAUX 1983 |

Château Margaux 1983 Margaux, 1er Cru ClasséLot 6337: u. 1bn, 3vts, 1ts, 3t/hs, 4 labels very slightly marked, 2 capsules slightly damaged at base, 1 slightly damaged on top, 1 slightly raised cork, Lot 6338: u. 4bn, 6vts, 1ts, labels very slightly marked, 3 capsules slightly damaged at base, Lot 6339: u. 4bn, 2vts, 3ts, 1t/hs, labels very slightly marked, 3 capsules slightly damaged at baseThe first vintage of the late, great Paul Pontallier. In 2018, this has the exalted whiff of Margaux from the outset - I even guessed it! A scented concoction of high-toned cassis, Menier chocolate and cedarwood - pure fragrance. Very elegant and fine-textured on the palate - it has become increasingly 'filigree'. It does not have the depth of the 1982, but such lingering flavour and breedy charm. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 96 6337:12 bts (owc) 6338:12 bts (owc) 6339:12 bts (owc)Estimates are per lot