Chateau Monbrison 1988

WEINWISSER: WEINWISSER: Dunkles, noch jugendliches Granat, sogar noch ein Rubin-Schimmer. Reduktiv beginnendes Bouquet, fleischige Noten, getrocknete Pflaumen, dicht und mit Druck ausgestattet. Intensiver Gaumen, Reserven zeigend, noch nicht ganz ausgereifte Gerbstoffe, schönes Parfüm, muskulös, bourgeoise Konturen, dekantieren."

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "The 1988 is indeed a special wine. Black/ruby in color, but not as opaque as the 1989, this highly extracted, rich, concentrated wine surpasses most of the classified growths of Margaux in quality. The use of 60percent new oak commendably supports the wine's richness and size. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005."

WINE SPECTATOR: "A superb bottle from this underappreciated estate, which made superb wines during this period. Inky in color, with berry, grape and vanilla aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, with big, velvety tannins and a long, long finish.--1988 Bordeaux horizontal. Best after 2001."