1979

In Bordeaux, a generous and high quality harvest.

Reds (Bordeaux): full bodied well-endowed. Capable of withstanding prolonged cellaring.

Whites (Bordeaux): well-balanced and supple. The sweet wines are quite harmonious in their structure but lack character, and sometimes present a floral bouquet. Several good wines merit tasting.

Best wines from the vintage 1979:

Extraordinary wines: Krug Clos de Mesnil 1979, Château Lafleur 1979.

Outsanding wines: Roederer Cristal 1979.

Great wines: Chablis les Clos 1979 Raveneau, Château Margaux 1979, Château Haut Brion 1979, Guigal La Mouline 1979, Château Le Pin 1979, Vega Sicilia Unico 1979, Bollinger RD 1979