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Private Client

Critics Ratings

'Big and creamy and luscious. Together and surely at its peak. Attractive vivacity. Bit chewy on the finish - maybe it will dry out a little?' - Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, 18/20 (Oct 2010)

'A totally compelling Climens and every bit as good as the 1988. It is probably the best Climens made since their spectacular 1971. Still light gold in color, it has an expansive bouquet of new oak, oranges, pineapples, and other tropical fruits. In the mouth, there is great richness that seems all the more impressive because of the wine's remarkable clarity and definition. There is as much botrytis in the 1986 as in the 1988. Despite the intensity and extract levels, this sweet wine comes across as crisp and relatively light. The 1986 is a stunning example of Climens at its very best. Anticipated maturity: Now-2010.' - Robert Parker Jr, Wine Advocate, 96/100 (Jan 1998)

'Gorgeous, ripe, and rich, oozing with tropical, honey and mineral flavors that take off like a heat-seeking missile on the finish. Tempting now. Best after 1998.' - Wine Spectator, 94/100 (Apr 1995)