TN Chateau Petrus 1973 - followup

I posted detailed notes on Petrus 73 here about two years ago. I just opened a bottle, and it is still holding well. It is a bit lighter than the last time, but the balance is still quite good. This must be one of the few 73s still worth drinking. I believe the one remaining bottle might hold up fairly well for about two more years. The fruit is still good, and the tannins are not excessive, so the wine is pleasant alone or with food. Of course it is much less powerful than a Petrus from oe of the best years. This wine cost me a bit under $US 15. shortly after release. How the world of wine has changed since then.

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Michael Pronay

Hiya,

I had the 1973 Lafleur-Petrus recently, which was holding well. It was a nice, balanced drink that faded over the course of an hour or so, but with some rose petal notes on the nose and a pleasant, attenuated finish.

Cheers

Joel

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Joel Hopwood

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