1982
1982
1982
This wine has opened up considerably in the last 10 years and when we have the chance to compare it to the 1983, it seems to be slowly starting to take the lead—although much depends on the bottle, and on personal taste.... Château Margaux 1982 is a very powerful, fleshy and complex wine. The bouquet is already remarkably rich, complex and dense. On the palate, it offers an impression of great power, roundness, and suppleness. Such balance is rare. A sublime wine—hard to resist even if there's no rush to drink it... (February 2025)
Climate
Throughout the whole year, the weather conditions were very favourable for the vines and for the ripening of the grapes. After an early flowering, the summer was particularly hot, especially in July and during the first two weeks of September. The grapes reached outstanding ripeness levels with, among other feats, a record concentration in sugar. (The picking began 20th September)
This wine has opened up considerably in the last 10 years and when we have the chance to compare it to the 1983, it seems to be slowly starting to take the lead—although much depends on the bottle, and on personal taste.... Château Margaux 1982 is a very powerful, fleshy and complex wine. The bouquet is already remarkably rich, complex and dense. On the palate, it offers an impression of great power, roundness, and suppleness. Such balance is rare. A sublime wine—hard to resist even if there's no rush to drink it... (February 2025)
Climate
Throughout the whole year, the weather conditions were very favourable for the vines and for the ripening of the grapes. After an early flowering, the summer was particularly hot, especially in July and during the first two weeks of September. The grapes reached outstanding ripeness levels with, among other feats, a record concentration in sugar. (The picking began 20th September)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
Discover our tips for serving and tasting your wine in the best conditions.