1989 Le Bon Pasteur
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Although the 1989 Bon Pasteur did not jump off retailers' shelves, I have had it frequently, and the wine consistently scores in the 89-90 point category. The nose offers up an interesting concoction of seaweed, salty ocean breezes, smoke, and sweet chocolate-covered cherry candy. There remains a firm, tannic edge to this medium to full-bodied wine, but it is developing considerable complexity, as well as additional richness and weight. This excellent 1989 should continue to drink well for 10-12 years.
Although the 1989 Bon Pasteur did not jump off retailers' shelves, I have had it frequently, and the wine consistently scores in the 89-90 point category. The nose offers up an interesting concoction of seaweed, salty ocean breezes, smoke, and sweet chocolate-covered cherry candy. There remains a firm, tannic edge to this medium to full-bodied wine, but it is developing considerable complexity, as well as additional richness and weight. This excellent 1989 should continue to drink well for 10-12 years. Feb 1997, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
Famed winemaking consultant Michel Rolland is synonymous with this estate. The vines here were purchased by his grandparents and he ran the property from 1979. Although Rolland still makes the wine today, he sold the estate in 2013.