Upon initial tasting of the 1986 Bordeaux from cask, English wine critic Clive Coates listed Haut Bages Liberal as one of the wines he would be opening his wallet to buy. I did the same and ordered a case on futures for about $160. It was a good choice. The wine is drinking beautifully tonight. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot.
Beautiful, bright crimson. Smells and flavors that open beautifully over the course of the dinner. Black raspberries, red plums, cassis, spice. Ripe fruit with savory tones that get more delicious with every sip. Very long finish. I think the wine has reached its peak and may stay there for at least another four or five years.
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