Chateau Pape Clement 1998

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau Pape Clement
Vintage	1998
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Graves
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2020
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (93)

A prodigious effort from Pape Clement, this wine is smokin'! It boasts a dense ruby/purple color in addition to a terrific nose of charcoal, blackberries, cassis, tobacco, minerals, and spice. This brilliantly-focused, medium to full-bodied 1998 already reveals a boatload of complexity as well as a remarkably long finish. A large-sized effort for this estate, it exhibits a sweet mid-palate and ripe tannin. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2025. Bravo!

Winespectator (95)

An amazing nose of sweet tobacco, orange peel, cigar box and exotic fruit. Lots of tar too. Full-bodied, with exotic and spicy flavors that are slightly decadent and funky, but wild and wonderful, from leather to dried fruits. Just a baby, too. Give this more age.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.