Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Brand | Chateau Ausone |
Vintage | 1994 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux, St. Emilion |
Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Slightly bin stained |
Drinkable | -2035 |
Stock | 0 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Damaged, Bin stained |
Ausone is frightfully difficult to comprehend, whether it is 6 months or 25 years of age. The 1994 is a ripe, surprisingly rich, flattering style of Ausone that is vaguely reminiscent of the wonderful 1983. The color is a healthy ruby/purple and the nose jumps from the glass, offering up gobs of floral, sweet cassis, and mineral scents. Medium-bodied, this wine relies on finesse, elegance, and delicacy rather than power and body. This stylish, concentrated, well-balanced, harmonious wine should age gracefully for 30 years.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.