Margaux - 1981 (6 Liter) Size:6Liter Some might expect a more

Some might expect a more concentrated rosewater-cucumber profile

velvety finish

This Bourbon is rich and deep flavored

or that the harvest occurred perhaps a few days earlier than it should have to achieve full phenolic ripeness

vanilla and pear and the velvety feel belie the rich

Margaux - 1981 (6 Liter) Size:6Liter Some might expect a moreIn weight and texture, the 1981 Margaux is closest in style to the 1979. It is an outstanding wine, even in the company of the monumental wines of 1982, 1983, and 1986, although it does not have the power and weight of these vintages. It is still very dark ruby purple colored. The aromatics suggest ripe cassis fruit, spicy vanillin oakiness, and violets. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied, concentrated, tannic, and extremely long. It is just