Durfort Vivens 1989
Durfort Vivens 1989 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaux, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, venison, cheese board. Cheapest offer £75.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durfort Vivens 1988 Chateau Durfort-Vivens · Margaux | £75.00 | |||
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A second growth from the Margaux appellation, Durfort Vivens 1989 is crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from deep gravel terraces. The 1989 vintage benefited from a notably warm growing season, resulting in a wine with 12.5% alcohol and a fruit profile that presents riper characteristics than typical for Margaux. Aged for 18 months in traditional French oak barrels, it reveals aromas of dried plums, cedarwood, and tobacco. The tannins have now softened, indicating maturation. This vintage reflects a pivotal era for the estate, exhibiting the poised elegance associated with the Left Bank prior to the stylistic shifts of the mid-1990s.