1989 Chateau Ausone Manuel Olivier which was the historical norm

which was the historical norm in Champagne before the phylloxera crisis and varietal replanting of the late nineteenth century

This stunning

Intensely flavored and deep

with bittery aftertaste

The bouquet is crammed with Vosne spices and stony minerality – very expressive with a lovely sweet and charming fruit

1989 Chateau Ausone Manuel Olivier which was the historical normColour : Red Producer : Chateau Ausone Country : France Region : Bordeaux Sub Region : St Emilion Variety : Proprietary Blend Vintage : 1989 Capacity : 750 ml Standard Bottle Tasting Note : The palate is medium bodied, slightly coarse tannins on the entry, well balanced, perhaps almost rustic in style, more dryness than the 1990 but more composed. The finish lacks a touch of complexity, a little austere perhaps, but quite charming. Note: All images