Chateau Duhart-Milon 1989 - Pauillac

Château Duhart-Milon 1989 – Pauillac

History of the House

This 4th Grand Cru classé from 1855 is located a stone's throw from the famous Château Lafite Rothschild, to which it is closely linked. Its history dates back to the 18th century, when the Castéja family, then owners, developed the estate. The name "Duhart" comes from a former privateer under Louis XV, who settled in Pauillac in retirement, whose house is said to have inspired the estate's current winery. After a period of decline at the beginning of the 20th century, the estate was taken over in 1962 by Domaines Barons de Rothschild, who invested massively to restore its prestige.
The vineyard covers 76 hectares of deep gravel, mainly planted with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Duhart-Milon wines are renowned for their finesse, balance and great aging potential.

Presentation of the Cuvée

This Château with its classic style combines power and elegance. Aged for 14 to 16 months in oak barrels (50% new), these wines are distinguished by their tannic structure, their complex aromas of black fruits, cedar and tobacco, as well as their remarkable longevity.

Presentation of the 1989 Vintage

1989 marked the history of Bordeaux wines as an exceptional vintage, thanks to perfect climatic conditions: a hot and dry summer followed by early harvests. The Pauillac wines of this year have remarkable concentration, rich and velvety tannins, as well as an extraordinary capacity for aging.

Specificities of this Cuvée in this Vintage

• Technical details:
  • Appellation: Pauillac (AOC)
  • Estimated blend: 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot
  • Alcohol: Approximately 12.5%
• Status of available bottles:
  • A bottle with perfect level and slightly damaged label.
  • Two bottles with low neck level and labels marked by time.
• Tasting notes:
  The 1989 Château Duhart-Milon offers a rich nose of black fruits, cedar and blond tobacco. On the palate, the structure is opulent, with tannins still present but perfectly integrated. The finish is long, balanced, and reveals notes of spices and undergrowth. A great Pauillac, still magnificent after more than three decades.
• Anecdote:
  This vintage is considered one of the best of the 1980s for Château Duhart-Milon, rivaling the grands crus classés of Pauillac while remaining a more affordable alternative.

Food and Wine Pairings

Accompany this choice Pauillac with:

• A roast beef in a crust.
• A rack of lamb with herbs.
• A platter of mature cheeses (Saint-Nectaire, Tomme de Savoie, old Gouda).