Pomerol 1989, ein heißes Jahr: Der 1989er Château Lafleur ist ein Rotwein, der aus Merlot- und Cabernet-Franc-Trauben gekeltert wurde, die in den Weinbergen der Familie Guinaudeau angebaut wurden. Dieser Sommer war warm und trocken, mit Temperaturen, die denen von 1949 in nichts nachstanden, was ihn zum zweitwärmsten Jahr seit Beginn der Aufzeichnungen machte, direkt hinter 1947. Dank dieser Bedingungen lieferte der Merlot eine reichhaltige Ernte.
Dieser Reifegrad kommt im Glas deutlich zum Ausdruck und zeigt sich in einem vollmundigen, kräftigen Geschmack. Die Tannine sind fest und umhüllen den Gaumen, während der Abgang vollmundig und lang anhaltend ist.
Dieser Weinberg beherbergt fünf unterschiedliche Terroirs, und die Trauben aus jedem Terroir durchlaufen separate Ernte- und Weinbereitungsprozesse, bevor sie verschnitten werden. Am besten genießt man ihn bis 2040. Er lässt sich zwar schon jetzt trinken, doch wenn man ihn etwa zwei Stunden in einer Karaffe atmen lässt, werden die Tannine weicher.
Robert Parker (95)
Unfortunately, I have not seen as much of the 1989 Lafleur as I would have liked. In this particular tasting, the wine had closed down, and seemed somewhat muted and subdued when compared to my earlier notes. It is an enormous, full-bodied, tannic, powerful style of wine, with a dark purple color, an earthy, truffle, plum, licorice, and mineral-scented nose, full body, huge fruit and extract, and mouth-searing tannin in the finish. I would not open a bottle for 5-10 years. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2035.
Winespectator (97)
Very dark-ruby color. Cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate aromas. Full-bodied and powerful, with loads of tannins and chunky fruit. Closed, not giving away much right now; give it time. Typically muscular Lafleur.--1989 Bordeaux horizontal.
James Suckling (99)
I am almost always in awe of Lafleur and this is one of the best. This is so subtle at first, but then the enchanting aromas of olive leaves, ivy, licorice, tar and treacle wash over you. In your mouth it's as if you're putting exquisite, dusty velvet inside; the tannins make this wine round, fat and encompassing. Perhaps most startling of all is the freshness retained over the years despite the intense, dense fruit. It allows not only for a chewy finish, but one that makes you want to drink more. This has reached a plateau now and is perfect for drinking, though its tightly-knit structure implies yet more potential cellaring. I've always been a believer in the 1989 vintage, and Lafleur is one of the best. Decant two hours in advance.
Jancis Robinson (19)
Very rich and full and unctuous. Very long and fab.
Vinous (98)
The 1989 Lafleur is now asserting itself as the best of the 1988/19889/1990 triumvirate, and that means it is very good. The bouquet is utterly entrancing from first acquaintance, with effervescent and multi-faceted brambly red fruit, black truffle, earthenware and light roasted chestnut scents—quintessential Pomerol. The palate has plenty of concentration, though the passing years have tempered that, smoothing the tannins and manifesting a cornucopia of secondary dried blood and chestnut notes. I cannot remember bottles being quite as elegant as this magnum, and the peacock's tail on the finish is something to behold. Utterly sublime.
Rene Gabriel (19)
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.
