1982 Vieux Ch. Certan
By Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan
1982 Vieux Ch. Certan from Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan, Pomerol, Bordeaux
In the annals of Bordeaux vintages, the 1982 ranks as a legendary year, necessitating close scrutiny and an informed palate to decipher the subtle complexities each wine presents. Amongst the constellation of stellar offerings, the 1982 Vieux Ch. Certan from Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan has emerged as a particularly distinguished star.
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An Exemplary Vintage in a Glass
The 1982 vintage in Pomerol bestowed an extraordinary growing season upon viticulturists—ideal conditions that were effortlessly captured by Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan. The confluence of a warm summer and a timely, moderate autumn resulted in grapes achieving optimal maturity, balance, and concentration of flavours.
The 1982 Vieux Ch. Certan is a testament to these felicitous circumstances; its bouquet unfurls with opulent dark berries and an ethereal mixture of earthy undertones, suggestive of truffles—an aromatic complexity rivaled by few from this esteemed vintage.
A Palate Pleaser for Fine Wine Investors
The exquisite palate advancement resonates through its finely woven tannin structure, creating a velvety tapestry where flavours of plum, cedarwood, and hints of spice dance harmoniously. The finish is long and replete with grace—a reticent adieu that lingers with poignant eloquence.
Suitably aged yet remarkably vivacious, this vintage remains one of the most compelling choices for fine wine investors seeking to augment their portfolio with a piece of vinous history.
This 1982 Pomerol marvel continues to offer profound drinking pleasure whilst still flourishing with potential for future appreciation—an attribute that astute connoisseurs and investors alike should not overlook.
To possess a bottle of the 1982 Vieux Ch. Certan from Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan is to own a tangible piece of an unparalleled bordeaux vintage; it stands as one of the pinnacles of fine wine investment.
Market price (USD)
$4,620.00
12x75cl
Highest score
96
POP score
236.25
Scores and tasting notes
Tasted at Pebbles/Zachy's 1982 dinner in Hong Kong. This is the best bottle of VCC 1982 that I have encountered. The reason is that you can feel that three grape varieties all working together to create a multi-faceted Pomerol that is really coming into its own. It has a wondrous bouquet that is very savoury with meaty notes, Asian spice and a touch of bitter chocolate, all with outstanding definition. The palate follows suit with supremely expressive Cabernet Franc that lends the 1982 so much character, a part of its personality that was less pronounced a few years ago. There are lovely saddle-leather, animally notes infusing the dark berry fruit with a hint of sage and heather on the grainy finish. Maybe this VCC is improving as it enters its fourth decade? Tasted November 2012.
Neal Martin - Wine Journal Jan 2013
Not yet fully mature, this wine reveals some amber at the edge as well as a complex, intoxicating nose of cedar, licorice, spice box, black currants, and cherries. While medium to full-bodied with sweet tannins, and beautiful concentration, it appears to me that more recent vintages are stronger and denser than the 1982. Nevertheless, it is a beauty that can be drunk now and over the next 15-16 years. Release price: ($175.00/case)
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 29 June 2009