1990 Chateau La Conseillante Bordeaux - 98 pts!

Château La Conseillante is a leading wine estate in the Pomerol district of Bordeaux, known for its Merlot-based grand vin. The vineyard is situated in the east of the appellation on the border with Saint-Émilion and adjoining properties include L'Evangile and Vieux Château Certan in Pomerol, and Cheval Blanc in Saint-Émilion.

The estate is planted on predominantly clay soil and the vineyard consists of 80 percent Merlot, with 20 percent Cabernet Franc in more gravelly areas. The grand vin blend typically reflects these proportions.

Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	1990
Rating	98 RP
Bottle Size	750 ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Location	Pomerol
Producer	La Conseillante
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table

Rating

98 RP - One of the all-time great La Conseillantes, this wine, which to me has similarities to a grand cru Burgundy from the likes of Henri Jayer, still has a deep ruby/purple color and an exotic, even flamboyant bouquet of vanilla, kirsch liqueur, raspberries, licorice, and Asian spice. Full-bodied, very opulent, with low acidity, yet consistently a velvety-textured, full-bodied mouthful, this endearing, very seductive wine clearly demonstrated why Pomerols are often called the â€œBurgundies of Bordeaux.â€ The wine still seems surprisingly youthful despite its accessibility, and should continue to develop for up to another 10-15 years. RP

Wine Spectator

Burghound

Varietal	Bordeaux Blend
Vintage	1990
Rating	98 RP
Bottle Size	750 ml
Bottle Quantity	1
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux
Location	Pomerol
Producer	La Conseillante
Color	Red
Wine Type	Table

1990 Chateau La Conseillante Bordeaux - 98 pts - 750ml