Bordeaux-themed

Timed Online Auction, 7 - 21 October 2024

Bordeaux | International

Sold for

ZAR 2 580
Lot 127
  • Grand-Puy Ducasse; Pauillac; 2008; 2 (1 x 2); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 2 000 - 3 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 2 580

About this Item

2008 Pauillac
2 (1 x 2) 750ml

Producer Notes: Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are planted on a gravel soil, typical of Pauillac. Thanks to impeccable harvesting and tailor-made winemaking, Château Grand-Puy Ducasse has all the excellent qualities of a legendary fine wine, renowned for aromatic complexity, glorious structure and ageing capacity, all true to the Pauillac’s style.

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

‘Mid crimson. Very light nose and resolved tannins. On the light side but nicely balanced. Definitely better than its 2008 stablemates.’ – Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, 16+/20 (Apr 2017)

‘A classic Pauillac as well as a sleeper of the vintage, the 2008 is even better from bottle than I predicted from cask. It boasts a dense purple color along with an impressive display of black currants, licorice, forest floor and graphite, medium to full body, a hefty personality, plenty of pure, sweet fruit, an enticing texture and a long finish with supple tannins. It is ideal for drinking now and over the next 15+ years.’ – Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, 91/100 (May 2011)

‘Big, impressive wine, packed with sweet tannins and black plum fruits. Smoky wood lurks in the background, while acidity tops it off attractively.’ – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 91/100 (Apr 2011)

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