AOC Haut-Médoc 5ème Cru ClasséIn 1980, new stainless-steel fermentation vats replaced the old wooden ones that had been responsible for some stingy vintages. Also discarded were all the old casks, so the 1980 vintage was uniquely matured in 100 percent new oak. The wine is normally matured in wood for 18 to 20 months, with onethird new oak. It is currently performing above its classification.
RED Deliciously rich wines of fine color, creamy-oaky fruit, beautiful balance, and increasing finesse.
Cabernet Sauvignon 50%, Merlot 40%, Cabernet Franc 5%, Petit Verdot 5%
8–20 years
Second wine: Villeneuve de Cantemerle
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