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Durfort Vivens 1988

750 ml Cabernet Sauvignon 1988

Durfort Vivens 1988 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant. Cheapest offer £75.00 at Hedonism Wines.

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£75.00
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Taste profile
inferred · confidence 0.5
sweetness
1 / 5
dry
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
body
5 / 5
very full
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
tannin
5 / 5
very firm
Cabernet Sauvignon prior · merchant: firm tannin
acidity
4 / 5
fresh
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
oak
4 / 5
noticeable
Cabernet Sauvignon prior
Estimates by WineGenie, not the merchant's or a critic's words. Built from the grape's typical profile, the appellation, terms in the name and the merchant's description. How this works.
Facts
Style
Full, structured reds
rules-v1
Colour
Red
inferred by a local model, checked against our lexicon
Origin
not stated
Grapes
Cabernet Sauvignon
lexicon
ABV
not stated by merchant
Farming
biodynamic
merchant description
Vegan
not stated
Critic score
none
merchant feed
Drinking window
not stated
Decant
not stated
Food
inferred from grape and style
Occasions
dinner party · steak night · gift
inferred
About Cabernet Sauvignon
Typical aromas: blackcurrant, black cherry, cedar, mint, green bell pepper when unripe. Serve at 16–18 °C. Grape page.
knowledge base
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Merchant's description

Château Durfort-Vivens 1988 is a notable release from Bordeaux`s Margaux appellation, crafted from a blend primarily featuring Cabernet Sauvignon. This wine showcases complex aromas of blackcurrants, plums and subtle herbal notes. On the palate, the wine reveals firm tannins balanced by acidity, with a finish that highlights earthy undertones. The Durfort-Vivens estate spans 55 hectares and is currently managed by Gonzague Lurton, who has made progressive strides in organic and biodynamic farming since 2009.

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