Wine By Bok - 9.75/10 Stars
SUPREMELY DRINKABLE
Haut Brion 1982 is extremely impressive! The moment I had a sip, I was already head over heels over this wine. That unforgettable moment happened during the Top Bordeaux 1982 dinner invited by Christie! The nose of Haut Brion is always very seductive, regardless of vintage. It started off with very faint smoke, and then slowly evolving, later it has intense smoky nose. The palate is pleasant, balanced, luscious, easy and most importantly, beautifully made I was wrong! I had numerous bottles of this wine in the past, never impressed me and I thought Haut Brion 1982 was no big deal, until I had tonight’s bottle. Its simply awesome, I will tag an almost perfect score of 99 to this wine tonight. I don’t know what it is, but I shouldn’t have ruled out Haut Brion 82 in the past. Now it is back on my radar! PERFECT! (9/2021)
Decanter - 98 Points
A rich, dense cushioning of fruit, set against a cedar and toasted spice backdrop, makes the nose full of integrity and promise. Rich blackberry with soft menthol on the finish, this is again absurdly young and tight for a wine that is in its fourth decade and another few decades ahead seems almost a certainty. Clear florality also, with a redcurrant and grilled herbs fragrance that catches prettily at the back of the throat. Totally beautiful, even with the sweet iodine tang that just begins to betray its age. Supremely drinkable.
James Suckling - 98 Points
This is a phenomenal 1982 and it remains the most drinkable of the first growths. A strong iodine character here enveloped by delicious currants, shaved chocolate and spices. Full body with super-integrated tannins and a refined texture. Wonderful balance. (6/2016)
Specifications
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Sub-Region | Pessac Leognan |
| Classification | 1st Growth Medoc |
| Vintage | 1982 |
| Grape | Cabernet / Merlot |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Bok Rating | 9.75/10 Stars |
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