Château Margaux 1986 (12 BT)

Château Margaux 1986

Margaux, 1er Cru Classé

u. 1bn rest good levels, excellent appearance, 1 capsule slightly worn

In 2022, an immediate, definable, superb 'scent of Margaux' - and indisputably First Growth. Blueberries, heather and blackberries surge out of the glass - and they scream 'breed'! Bordeaux at its finest, at first sniff, and it utterly beguiled us. A huge, voluptuous, opulent mouthful 'en bouche', followed by endless dimension and complexity. The tannins are totally enveloped in richness, a stunning example of how to manage the power and structure of 1986. One of Paul Pontallier's greatest wines and a remarkable Margaux. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

WA 98

12 bts (owc)

Please note that this lot will not be available for release until January 2025.

Provenance:

This exceptional private collection, belonging to a distinguished collector and wine enthusiast, features an impressive array of Bordeaux classed Growths, Sauternes, rare Burgundies, unique Champagnes and Spain’s finest Bodegas, alongside outstanding New World wines. Notable highlights include remarkable selections from Leroy, such as Musigny and Chambertin 1996, Richebourg and Romanée Saint-Vivant, as well as iconic Bordeaux vintages, like Margaux and Mouton 1986, Lafleur 1990, and Petrus 1998. The collection also boasts Yquem 2009, Dom Pérignon 1996, and Krug Clos du Mesnil 1988, along with magnums of Vega Sicilia Unico (including several cases still banded), and a diverse range of the supremely elegant Harlan Estate joined by the acclaimed Penfolds Grange. The wines have been stored in a temperature and humidity-controlled home cellar in Switzerland since original purchase either through reputable UK Wine Merchants or Sotheby's.

LYING IN OCTAVIAN, WILTSHIRE Offered In Bond, available Duty Paid

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