1985 Musar Red (Unsaleable)
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The 1985 Château Musar is served in a magnum, which apparently was kept for sale in Serge Hochar's home country of Lebanon, where this was bought. It's absolutely divine. It has a sweet aniseed-tinged bouquet with plenty of melted red fruit - maraschino cherries, crushed strawberry and an almost Burgundy-like allure. The palate is medium-bodied with plush red fruit, orange zest and peppermint, fleshy and harmonious, with a long and tender finish reminiscent of a Grenache. It's in a perfect place now. Wonderful. Tasted at Burns & German's dinner to celebrate The Complete Bordeaux Vintage Guide book at Medlar.
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Neal Martin
About the producer
In the 30 years following Serge Hochar’s decoration as Decanter magazine’s "Man of the Year" in 1984, his wine became legendary.