$1,845
Chateau Margaux 1986, 3 bottles Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: bottom neck, one slightly depressed cork, lightly bin-soiled labels "A magnificent example of Chateau Margaux and one of the most tannic, backward Margauxs of the last 50 years, the 1986 continues to evolve at a glacial pace. The color is still a dense ruby/purple with just a hint of lightening at the rim. With several hours of aeration, the aromatics become striking, with notes of smoke, toast, creme de cassis, mineral, and white flowers. Very full-bodied, with high but sweet tannin, great purity, and a very masculine, full-bodied style, this wine should prove nearly immortal in terms of its aging potential. It is beginning to budge from its infantile stage and approach adolescence. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2050." R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 01/03 3 bottles
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2015-03-02
