Twelve bottles Château Rauzan Gassies
1982 vintage
Margaux, Bordeaux/France
In original wooden case
Original filling quantity: 0.75 l
Fill level: into neck
James Suckling (1998): 88/100

This lot comprises an original wooden case with twelve bottles of 1982 Château Rauzan Gassies from the Margaux appellation in Bordeaux.

Margaux is located in Médoc and is one the finest appellations in France. Ernest Hemingway was so fond of Margaux wine that he named his daughter after it. The most widely used grape variety is Cabernet Sauvignon, which is always blended with other varieties like Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and Malbec. The wines are long-lasting and should only be savored after several years of proper storage.

1982 was a very special vintage in Bordeaux. It is one of those truly great vintages, like 1945 and 1961, which will be talked about for decades to come. American wine critic Robert Parker made a name for himself when he described this vintage as outstanding, contradicting the opinion of many other wine critics. Time proved him right and sealed his reputation as the most influential wine critic in the world.

The 1982 vintage Château Rauzan Gassies was rated 88 points in 1998 by James Suckling for Wine Spectator.

The fill levels are excellent (into neck). The original wooden case, labels and capsules are in perfect condition.

Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.