Palmer 1989 (750ML)

96 WA / 95 RP

Deep garnet-brick. Dark chocolate covered cherries, espresso, cinnamon, rose petals, tree bark and loam. Medium to full body with layers of concentrated fruit and spice flavours supported by crisp acidity and a medium+ level of fine tannins. Very long finish. Robert Parker, Wine Advocate

Tasted at the Chteau Palmer vertical in London, the 1989 Chteau Palmer has always been my favourite vintage from that decade after the 1983. The first bottle was unfortunately corked. The second was as it should be: the nose tensile with red berries, sous-bois, potpourri and strawberry pastille - lively and energetic. The palate is medium-bodied and vibrant right from the start, silky in texture with plenty of citrus fruit, gently building to a harmonious and detailed finish that lingers in the mouth. This is a magnificent Chteau Palmer that continues to effortlessly dish out so much vinous pleasure. Tasted May 2015. Neal Martin, Wine Advocate