1982 Clos Fourtet
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Tasting notes
Medium-red in color, with a garnet hue. Cherry, fresh mushroom and leaves on the nose. Medium-bodied. Very earthy, slightly funky and overripe.--1982 Bordeaux horizontal. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 1998
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This St.-Emilion estate that has long been in the throes of mediocrity produced a satisfying wine in 1982. Medium ruby, with an attractive bouquet of vanillin oakiness and ripe, herb-scented, berry fruit, this medium-bodied wine has a forward, precocious, rich, supple fruitiness that caresses the palate. It is fully mature. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 3/89. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com
About the producer

The Cuvelier family took over Clos Fourtet in 2001 and modernised the estate – renovating the winery and undertaking significant replanting. Its 18.5 hectares sit on the limestone plateau.