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The 1984 Lafleur is perhaps the only post-1970 that I had not tasted until this point. Maybe I am hoping for some revelation but frankly, it is not very good. The nose is monotone and loose-knit, rather enervated after many years, quite anonymous. The palate is old bones and dry, almost hollow with a lack of joy and vivacity on the finish. Tasted at the “International Wine & Business” Lafleur dinner at Ten Trinity, London.
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Certainly a success for the vintage, the 1984 Lafleur has a sweet, ripe nose and is obviously much lighter on the palate than usual, but I must admit I was surprised by the depth of fruit and length. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 2/89.
About the producer
The Société Civile du Ch. Lafleur is the collective name for the Guinaudeau family’s wines and estates. These are some of the Right Bank’s most famous wines, including Ch. Lafleur and Les Pensées in Pomerol, along with Les Perrières, Les Champs Libres and Ch. Grand Village in Fronsac.