31 Jan 2010: We had a couple of 1989 red burgundies recently and they couldn't have been more different.
1989 Richebourg, Meo-Camuzet: A first class wine, showing balance of richness, energy, elegance, charm, depth, together with an extremely long finish that almost lasted a minute. Almost sweet on entry, followed by flavours of red fruit, tea leaves, earthy, spicy, mocha, tobacco and bacon. Fine structure and silky texture, with still a good level of acidity. Extremely fine, almost sensational. 19.5/20
1989 Chambertin Clos de Bèze, Faiveley: Rustic, unyielding and austere. The fruit has totally disappeared from this wine, leaving a gamey and savoury nose, with earthy and animal like character, with just a hint of brettiness. Firm in structure. Reasonable length finish, with a slight bitter aftertaste. The wine became a little more approachable after about 2 hours in the decanter.... 15/20
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