Parker about Old Château Certan 1982
The 1982 Vieux Château Certan didn't make waves in its youth, yet it is going from strength to strength today. Produced by Léon Thienpont, four years before his son Alexandre took the helmet, it offers up rich aromas of mulberries, black truffle, forest floor, spices and cedar. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, with an ample core of fruit, melting tannins and an expansive, sapid finish, this is a comparatively underrated 1982 Bordeaux today.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Pomerol |
Rebsorten | Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Vieux Chateau Certan, 33500 Pomerol, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 1992 - 2042 |
Parker Punkte | 94 |
Jahrgang | 1982 |
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Old Château Certan 1982

The Vieux Château Certan 1982 is an exceptional wine from the renowned Vieux Château Certan estate, located in the prestigious Pomerol appellation in the Bordeaux region. The 1982 vintage is legendary and considered one of the best of the 20th century, known for its ideal weather conditions, which led to excellent grape ripeness.
The wine presents a deep ruby red with light brick-red reflections, reflecting its maturity and decades of development. A complex and inviting bouquet unfolds on the nose. Dominant aromas of ripe black cherries, blackberries, and plums are complemented by subtle notes of cedarwood, tobacco, and leather. These fruit aromas are underscored by hints of truffle, spice, and earthy tones, lending the bouquet additional depth and complexity.
On the palate, the Vieux Château Certan 1982 displays impressive structure and elegance. The tannins are velvety and perfectly integrated, resulting in a harmonious and smooth mouthfeel. The intense fruit aromas perceived on the nose continue, complemented by secondary aromas of dried herbs, licorice, and a hint of chocolate. This complexity and depth make the wine extremely complex and exciting.