Why is Le Pin so expensive?
Dany Rolland, wife of cult-oenologist Michel Rolland, is a consultant here. Le Pin produces just 600 to 700 cases each year (Lafite Rothschild produces approximately 29,000 cases of wine a year and and Pétrus about 4,000) and its rarity is one of the driving forces behind its high prices.
Was 1998 a good year for Bordeaux?
1998 Vintage: Bordeaux For Bordeaux, the 1998 vintage was good with some real gems but there were also some losers. The quality for the Merlot-dominant wines of St-Emilion and Pomerol was so high, they are recognised as not just being the standout wines of the vintage but some of the finest expressions since 1990.
Who owns chateau Le Pin?
the Thienpont family
“Chateau Le Pin is owned by the Thienpont family (also proprietors of Vieux Chateau Certan) and has an annual production of about 500 bottles. Le Pin’s vineyards are located in the central part of the Pomerol plateau and planted with 90% Merlot grapes and the balance Cabernet Franc.
Do people drink vintage wines?
While it may not taste amazing, drinking wine that’s past its heyday will not hurt you. Remember, you’re better off not trying to age your wine. So few bottles benefit from aging and you could end up ruining a perfectly good bottle.
How long will a Bordeaux wine last?
If you want to turn a profit by investing in Bordeaux, it’s wise to purchase pre-arrivals and keep the wines in storage for a minimum of ten years before you resell them. Bordeaux wines usually reach their peak value approximately 20 to 30 years after release, depending on the quality of the vintage.
Was 1998 a good wine year?
The 1998 vintage varied in quality but some regions enjoyed spectacular vintages. For France, the stars of the vintage lay in the right bank of Bordeaux, Sauternes and the Rhône Valley with the best examples likely to still be drinking very well now.
What is the most expensive Bordeaux wine?
The World’s Most Expensive Bordeaux
| Wine Name | Score | Ave Price |
|---|---|---|
| Petrus, Pomerol | 96 | $3715 |
| Le Pin, Pomerol | 95 | $3696 |
| Château Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac | 95 | $1006 |
| Château Haut-Brion Blanc, Pessac-Léognan | 95 | $952 |
What growth is Chateau Clinet?
Clinet. Listed as a 1st growth of Pomerol in 1893, Château Clinet’s history goes back to the 17th century. The estate was acquired in 1998 by Jean-Louis Laborde, and is now managed by Ronan Laborde.
Can I drink 100 year old wine?
I’ve personally tried some really old wines—including a Port that was about a hundred years old—that were fantastic. Many if not most wines are made to be drunk more or less immediately, and they’ll never be better than on the day they’re released.