TN: 1998 Château Barde-Haut (France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru)

Anthony_Lombardi · February 11, 2011, 2:22am

1998 Château Barde-Haut - France, Bordeaux, Libournais, St. Émilion Grand Cru (2/10/2011)
Decanted an hour and a half. Maroon-ish to purple with a clear rim. Classic Bordeaux nose showing tobacco, cassis and leather. Great aromatic depth. Layered palate with some mocha, black fruit, licorice, poblano pepper, and some cigar. Great structure on this wine. The lengthy finish is accentuated by the firm tannins and a strong dose of licorice. (91 pts.)

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Bob_Wood · February 11, 2011, 2:29am

I’ve always referred to this wine as Brigitte Barde-Haut.

I’ll be here all week. Try the veal.

AAgrawal · February 11, 2011, 2:34am

I tried the 2005 version of this a few months ago and absolutely loved it (though obviously young). Great QPR.

craig_dods · February 11, 2011, 2:37am

that’s pretty damn funny mr. wood - bravo

Anthony_Lombardi · February 11, 2011, 2:40am

My wife saw only the “Bar” from the angle the bottle was turned to her at dinner and commented that it was the best Barbera she’d ever had.

Bob_Wood · February 11, 2011, 2:45am

Pretty impressive report considering the vintage.

Anthony_Lombardi · February 11, 2011, 2:51am

I’ve had much better luck with the Right Bank from 1998, and this stood up well before, during and especially after dinner. Braised short ribs and pasta with homemade Roma/basil tomato sauce.

Bob_Wood · February 11, 2011, 3:09am

I think I would have preferred the Barbera. Kiss your wife for me.

Anthony_Lombardi · February 11, 2011, 3:16am

She’ll kiss you at Saxfest. Especially after a few glasses. She’s a lightweight!

Jim_Riddle · February 14, 2011, 10:01pm

Ditto. I believe I have one more left from a six pack, and I’ve never been disappointed. The '98 Haut Corbin and '98 Moulin St. Georges have also lasted and impressed. With a little patience mixed in, the QPR of these wines has been off the charts.