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Guiraud 1990

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Sauternes and Barsac
ColourSweet White
TypeStill
Grape VarietySauvignon Blanc/Semillon

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Tasting Notes

91
Robert Parker, Bordeaux Book (4), December 2003

Tasted as part of a vertical held at the chateau. The Guiraud 1990 has a typical oleaginous bouquet of brown sugar, lanolin, quince and dried orange peel that opens nicely during aeration. The palate is full-bodied with good botrytis levels, and suggestive scents of dried mango, spice, brown sugar and quince. There is good volume here and it puts the 1989 in the shade, though I personally prefer the precision and exuberance of the Guiraud 1988. Still, this is a very decent Guiraud that should be consumed over the next five years. Drink now-2018. Tasted April 2013.

89
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate (207), June 2013

“Guiraud 1990 has taken first prize with its showy display of power, highly extracted, smoky, buttery, pineapple-and orange-scented fruit, lavish quantities of toasty new oak, and unctuously thick, massive flavours and texture. This huge wine avoids being overbearing because of its adequate acidity.

91
Robert Parker, Bordeaux Book (3), November 1998
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