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1999 Chateau Gazin

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1999 Château Gazin from Château Gazin, Pomerol, Bordeaux

Embarking on a sensorial expedition through the prestigious terroirs of Pomerol, the 1999 Château Gazin from Château Gazin carves out a distinguished presence in the realm of fine wine investment. As we turn our gaze upon this particular vintage, we uncover facets unique to its birth year.

 

The Harmony of 1999: Climatic Serendipity and Terroir Triumph

In the latter part of the 20th century, Pomerol was graced with a vintage that presented vintners with challenges yet yielded a triumph for those with astute expertise. The 1999 vintage navigated the extremities of climatic whimsy, culminating in a harvest that balances ripeness with structure. It stands as a testament to the resilience of Merlot, the predominant varietal in this celebrated appellation.

 

A Vintage Speaking Volumes: The 1999 Profile

The 1999 Château Gazin unlocks an ensemble of complexity and maturity that is only attainable through careful aging. A tapestry woven with threads of ripe cherry and plum fruit, interlaced with subtle hints of truffle and earthy undertones, it reflects a sophisticated palette born from the clay and gravel soils that define Château Gazin's terroir. The tannins, now supple yet assertive, impart a structure that endures, granting this wine an admirable longevity.

This vintage also exudes whispers of secondary notes; a bouquet garni of savoury leather and tobacco-leaf aromas embellishes its deep ruby core. As it decants, opening up like prose in a sommelier’s soliloquy, the 1999 Château Gazin reaches its narrative crescendo—the transition from vinous to venerable.

 

Summation: An Oenophile's Investment Dream

In conclusion, investors in search of a Pomerol with pedigree need to look no further than the 1999 Château Gazin. Richly storied and beautifully evolved, this wine is a compelling inclusion for collectors aiming to diversify their portfolio with bottles endowed with both distinction and staying power. Years of cellaring have gently coaxed this vintage into its current state of grace—a remarkable representation from one of Bordeaux's most illustrious estates.

Current market price

$1,440.00

12x75cl

Highest score

89

POP score

95.56

Scores and tasting notes

89

An excellent sweet nose of lavish toasty oak intertwined with plums, black cherries, and currants dominates the olfactory senses. In the mouth, this wine is elegant, lush, flavorful, and savory, with medium body and no hard edges. Drink it over the next 10-12 years.

Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 29 April 2002

Vintage performance