1989 Grand-Puy-Ducasse Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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VN 91 WS 91
VN 91

Vinous, July 2018

The 1989 Grand-Puy Ducasse might be one of the best mature vintages of this Pauillac that I have ever tasted. Deep in colour, it has a well defined bouquet with blackberry, cedar and a touch of cassis. Not a complex nose...
WS 91

Wine Spectator, May 1999

A big, bruising '89. Superdark, inky color. Intense blackberry and cherry character and hints of black licorice. Full-bodied, very velvety, with loads of tannins and an earth, berry and dark chocolate aftertaste...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type
Red
Varietal
Bordeaux Blend
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Sub-region
Pauillac
Vintage
1989
Size
750ML
Percent alcohol
12.5%
Closure
Cork

The 1989 Grand-Puy-Ducasse is a Bordeaux blend from the renowned Pauillac sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine has garnered attention for its robust character and aging potential, showcasing the strength of the 1989 vintage.

Critics have praised the 1989 Grand-Puy-Ducasse for its depth and complexity. Neal Martin of Vinous describes it as "one of the best mature vintages of this Pauillac that I have ever tasted," awarding it a score of 91. He notes the wine's deep color and well-defined bouquet, highlighting aromas of blackberry, cedar, and cassis. Although the nose is not particularly complex, it is focused and appealing. On the palate, the wine offers ripe notes with a fresh, sorbet-like quality, featuring blood orange and vivid red fruit. Martin describes the texture as crisp, almost brittle, with a tensile, tart finish, exceeding his expectations.

Wine Spectator also awards the wine a score of 91, lauding its "big, bruising" nature. The publication notes its super dark, inky color and intense blackberry and cherry flavors, accompanied by hints of black licorice. The wine is described as full-bodied and very velvety, with abundant tannins and an earthy, berry, and dark chocolate aftertaste. Wine Spectator's review emphasizes the wine's serious quality for a Grand-Puy-Ducasse, suggesting it is best enjoyed after 2004.

Overall, the 1989 Grand-Puy-Ducasse stands out for its rich color, ripe fruit flavors, and firm tannins. It is a wine that has matured gracefully over the years, offering a rewarding experience for those who appreciate the strength and depth of a well-crafted Bordeaux from the Pauillac region.