Château Lacoste Borie 1988 - Tasting and food pairing
A Pauillac red wine from an exceptional vintage
The 1988 vintage was marked by a mild winter and a wet spring. The summer was hot and dry, with ideal conditions for ripening the grapes. Harvesting took place between September 25 and October 10.
The wine is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. It was aged for 18 months in new barrels (50%).
Colour: Intense garnet
Nose: Complex, intense aromas of black fruits, cedar, tobacco and spices.
Palate: A powerful, full-bodied wine with velvety tannins and a long, persistent finish.
Cellaring: Drink now or cellar for several years.
Wine and food pairing :
- Braised red meats
- Game
- Ripened cheeses
Characteristics:
- Vintage: 1988 (exceptional vintage)
- Appellation : Pauillac
- Classification: 5th Cru Classé
- Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), Merlot (25%), Cabernet Franc (5%)
- Terroir: Deep gravel and clay-limestone
- Vinification: Aged 18 months in new barrels (50%).
Discover the history of Château Lacoste Borie
Château Lacoste Borie is a 28-hectare wine estate located in Pauillac, in the Haut-Médoc region. Its history dates back to the 18th century, and today it is one of Bordeaux's most prestigious estates.
The vineyard is planted on clay-limestone and gravel soils, and benefits from a microclimate that is ideal for growing vines. The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully vinified in the château's cellar.
Château Lacoste Borie produces powerful, elegant red wines, characterized by their complex aromas of black fruits, spices and tobacco. They are capable of aging for many years.
Treat yourself to an exceptional bottle!
Château Lacoste Borie 1988 is a rare and exceptional wine that will delight lovers of great wines. If you're lucky enough to find a bottle, don't hesitate to buy it!
