Lafite - 1986 (750ml) Portugal marzipan-tinged bouquet tending to dominate

marzipan-tinged bouquet tending to dominate the ripe black fruit

immense body

one does understand the hierarchy of Bordeaux chateaux when you see the complexity and brilliance of this first-growth

with subtle intensity and length

Lafite - 1986 (750ml) Portugal marzipan-tinged bouquet tending to dominateThe 1986 possesses outstanding richness, a deep color, medium body, a graceful, harmonious texture, and superb length. The penetrating fragrance of cedar, chestnuts, minerals, and rich fruit is a hallmark of this wine. Powerful, dense, rich, and tannic, as well as medium to full bodied, with awesome extraction of fruit, this Lafite has immense potential. Patience is required. Anticipated maturity: 2000 2030. Last tasted 11 94 Robert Parker 100 points