Château Prieuré-Lichine 1990 - Margaux

About the Castle

Château Prieuré-Lichine, located in the heart of the Margaux appellation, is a historic estate whose origins date back to the Middle Ages. Ranked fourth grand cru in the 1855 classification, the estate experienced a revival thanks to Alexis Lichine, nicknamed "the pope of wine", who acquired the property in 1951 and modernized its winemaking techniques. Today, Prieuré-Lichine is recognized for producing elegant, balanced and typical Margaux wines, always respecting its terroir.

The 77-hectare vineyard is planted on deep gravel soils, providing ideal natural drainage for Bordeaux grape varieties. The estate favors blends that highlight the suppleness and complexity of Merlot while relying on the structure of Cabernet Sauvignon.

Presentation of the 1990 Vintage

1990 was an exceptional year in Bordeaux, characterized by ideal climatic conditions. This vintage is distinguished by rich, concentrated and perfectly balanced wines, with great aging potential. The Château Prieuré-Lichine 1990 offers complex aromas of ripe black fruits, cedar and vanilla, enhanced by a silky texture and melted tannins. A superb success that perfectly illustrates the refinement of Margaux.

Bottle Condition

• Level: Perfect
• Wine color: Intense ruby, perfect
• Label: Very lightly stained
• Capsule: Perfect
• Cork: Intact
• Overall Condition: Excellent

Food and Wine Pairing

Ideal with a rack of lamb with herbs, a grilled veal chop or mature cheeses such as comté or brie de Meaux.

Service tips

• Serving temperature : 16-18°C.
• Decanting : 1 hour before tasting.
• Cellaring : This 1999 is at its peak, but it can still be kept until 2026.