Ausone 1988 6000ml

Château Ausone, perched on the limestone slopes beside the town of Saint-Émilion, was one of the appellation's two original Premier Grand Cru Classé A estates and is among the oldest and most revered properties in Bordeaux. The 1988 vintage produced classic, structured Bordeaux with firm tannins and good acidity, a style that rewards patience, and Ausone's blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot shows that firmness well. Expect a mature, savory profile of red and black fruit, cedar, tobacco, minerals and earthy truffle. This 6-liter imperial is an exceptional large-format rarity; the big bottle has slowed its evolution, and it should keep drinking well for years to come.