Château Haut Brion 1988 (12 BT)

Château Haut Brion 1988

Pessac-Léognan (Graves), 1er Cru Classé

Excellent levels, 5 labels very slightly damp stained, 4 slightly damp stained, 5 capsules slightly corroded on top

Extraordinarily spicy, minerally, Havana nose, with deep spicy plums. The extra acidity projects the bouquet in an amazing way. Stunning flavour on the palate. Deep black wine. Minerally and earthy. Sweet finish plus leather and iron. This is a great buy. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

WA 92

12 bts (owc)

Provenance:

THE COINTREAU COLLECTION: All the wines were purchased through established wine merchants, the majority being packed in original wooden cases which were opened for the first time by Sotheby's Specialists. These wines have been stored in a deep underground cellar with natural constant temperature and humidity. The rare selection of First Growths from the legendary 1952, 1953 and 1955 vintages were purchased at Quien & Cie en primeur. Packed in their original wooden cases with a few traces of woodworm, the cases were heat treated for this sale.

LYING IN GREENFORD, MIDDLESEX

Offered Duty Paid only

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