1989 Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru
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The 1989 Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru has a slightly diffuse nose that seems fully mature. It’s quite airy in style and lacks presence, which is not a trait that I associate with the de Vogüé. The palate has a grainy texture and thick boned-tannins evidencing maybe a touch of overextraction, and as a consequence some dryness creeps in toward the finish. I would not leave bottles too much longer.
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Neal Martin
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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The 1989 Musigny Vieilles Vignes Grand Cru was tasted from a half bottle, yet it replicated the rather disappointing performance of a bottle that I drank in 2008. Again, open-knit and leathery on the nose, a little mintier than I recall with that balsamic element in situ. The palate is chunky with good depth, simple compared to recent vintages with a menthol-tinged, rather animal-like finish. Drink up if you still have any bottles. This was not my favorite era for the domaine, so I was not surprised by this lackluster performance. Tasted March 2017.
About the producer
Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé is one of Burgundy’s most revered domaines, defined by its historic stewardship of Musigny and its refined, age-worthy Chambolle-Musigny. Its wines are benchmarks for collectors seeking grand cru pedigree over power.