1988
1988
1988
1988 is a great classic Bordeaux vintage, for the white wines as much as for the reds. Thanks to the hot, dry conditions in August and September, the sauvignon blanc grapes reached an excellent level of ripeness and were picked at the ideal moment, just before the light rains that arrived at the beginning of the red‑grape harvest. This vintage is now showing very well—fine, fresh, complex, sappy and quite lively. It should nevertheless be enjoyed without too much delay. (February 2025)
Climate
After a very mild winter and a wet spring, June and the beginning of July were particularly rainy. Then, from mid-July onwards, until the end of September, hot and very dry weather set in. Despite a few light rain showers at the beginning of the harvest, the picking was carried out in excellent conditions. (The picking began 3rd October)
1988 is a great classic Bordeaux vintage, for the white wines as much as for the reds. Thanks to the hot, dry conditions in August and September, the sauvignon blanc grapes reached an excellent level of ripeness and were picked at the ideal moment, just before the light rains that arrived at the beginning of the red‑grape harvest. This vintage is now showing very well—fine, fresh, complex, sappy and quite lively. It should nevertheless be enjoyed without too much delay. (February 2025)
Climate
After a very mild winter and a wet spring, June and the beginning of July were particularly rainy. Then, from mid-July onwards, until the end of September, hot and very dry weather set in. Despite a few light rain showers at the beginning of the harvest, the picking was carried out in excellent conditions. (The picking began 3rd October)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
Discover our tips for serving and tasting your wine in the best conditions.