1998

In Bordeaux, a very dry and hot weather in August favoured the early maturation and fine concentration of the grapes. The 1998 reds are one balanced, powerful and generous, with the Merlot-dominated wines being more successful thant their Cabernet counterparts.

Best wines from the vintage 1998:

Extraordinary wines: Marcassin Chardonnay Marcassin Vineyard 1998, Domaine Roger Sabon Chateauneuf du Pape le Secret de Sabon 1998, Château Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape Hommage à J. Perrin 1998, Torbreck Run Rig 1998, Lafite-Rothschild 1998, Vega Sicilia Unico 1998.

Outstanding wines: L'Ermita Alvaro Palacios 1998, Masseto 1998, Giacomo Conterno Barolo Riserva Monfortino 1998, Trotanoy 1998.