Saint Émilion Grand Cru Château Haut-Plantey 1982
This 1982 Château Haut-Plantey is a French red wine holding the prestigious Saint-Émilion Grand Cru classification. Produced and estate-bottled by Michel Boutet, the wine carries a historical connection, noted on the label as the "Ancien Castel des Abbés Marquaux."
The wine originates from Bordeaux, a globally renowned region by the Atlantic coast that has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. Specifically, it comes from Saint-Émilion, located on the right bank of the Gironde river, east of the city of Bordeaux. This historic area is famous for its medieval town, its own unique classification system, and a diverse terroir consisting of limestone plateaus, clay, sand, and gravel. The 1982 vintage from this region is highly regarded, earning a score of 97 points and recognized as legendary, rich, and balanced. While Bordeaux's left bank is known for Cabernet Sauvignon on gravel soils, the right bank is the traditional domain of Merlot, frequently complemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
The history of the wine
Below, you can delve into the history of this wine — its producer, grape, area, and region.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux on the Atlantic is the world's most famous wine region and has been exporting wine since the Middle Ages. The legendary 1855 classification still ranks the area's leading châteaux. On the left bank of the Gironde, Cabernet Sauvignon dominates on gravel soils, while the right bank is the domain of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The region is known for elegant, age-worthy blends of great finesse.
When this wine was made, the world looked very different. Here are some of the stories that unfolded while this bottle quietly aged in its cellar.
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Opening
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Enjoyment
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