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Chateau Haut Marbuzet, 1964 Red Wine

St Estephe Cru Bourgeois
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Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 12%

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$187.37 USD

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    • Description

    The Château Haut-Marbuzet 1964 is a truly exceptional and rare wine, representing an era when Bordeaux wines, particularly from well-regarded estates like Haut-Marbuzet, were crafted with a different approach to aging and complexity. The 1964 vintage, although not considered a top-tier year in Bordeaux, produced some interesting and nuanced wines, especially in the Saint-Estèphe region. Château Haut-Marbuzet 1964, with its aging potential, reflects the quality of the estate and the longevity of the wine.

    Wine Overview
    Château Haut-Marbuzet wines are typically made from a blend of:

    Cabernet Sauvignon: For structure, tannins, and aging potential.
    Merlot: Adds roundness, fruitiness, and softness.
    Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot: Contribute spice, complexity, and aromatic depth.
    Vintage Characteristics
    The 1964 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a cool and wet growing season. While it wasn’t an outstanding year for Bordeaux overall, Saint-Estèphe, with its gravelly soils and late-ripening Cabernet Sauvignon, still produced wines with good aging potential. By the time the 1964 Haut-Marbuzet was released, it had developed layers of tertiary flavors and evolved into a very special wine.

    Tasting Notes
    Appearance: The wine likely has a deep, slightly ambered garnet color, showing signs of its age.
    Aroma: Expect complex aromas of dried fruits (raisins, figs), leather, tobacco, cedar, and earthy notes. With age, the fruit aromas have evolved into more subtle, tertiary notes, including dried herbs, truffles, and forest floor.
    Palate: Medium-bodied with soft, refined tannins. The fruit has evolved into rich, dried flavors, and the wine shows earthiness, hints of spice, leather, and old wood. There may also be notes of cigar box and a faint minerality.
    Finish: A long, silky finish with lingering dried fruit and earthy notes. The complexity of the wine increases with each sip, offering a harmonious balance of flavors developed over decades of aging.
    Drinking Window
    At this point, the Château Haut-Marbuzet 1964 is considered an aged wine, and while it may not have the fruit-forward freshness of younger vintages, it offers an exceptional experience for those who enjoy the depth and complexity that come with decades of bottle aging. Given its age, this wine is likely at its peak, and it should be consumed soon if you have a bottle in your collection.

    Food Pairing
    The 1964 vintage pairs beautifully with:

    Aged, hard cheeses like Comté or Parmesan.
    Slow-braised meats like lamb shank or beef daube.
    Game meats such as pheasant or venison.
    Rich, earthy dishes like mushroom risotto or wild mushroom pâté.
    Serving Recommendations
    Decanting: It’s essential to decant this wine for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour before serving. A wine of this age may have some sediment and will benefit from exposure to air, allowing its delicate aromas and flavors to open up.
    Serving Temperature: Serve at around 16–18°C (60–64°F) to appreciate its complexity.
    Conclusion
    Château Haut-Marbuzet 1964 is a rare and extraordinary wine that has aged gracefully, offering a beautiful snapshot of Bordeaux’s vinous heritage. For collectors and connoisseurs, it’s an opportunity to experience the depth and nuance that only wines with significant age can offer.

    Condition

    good level and labels

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