Wine 1990 Bordeaux

The 1990 vintage of Bordeaux is an exceptional achievement in the world of great wines, celebrated as one of the most outstanding vintages of the 20th century. This legendary year produced wines of remarkable richness, balance, and longevity, captivating enthusiasts and collectors alike. Thanks to near-perfect growing conditions, the 1990 vintage yielded red wines with velvety textures and opulent fruit, as well as astonishing sweet wines from Sauternes and vibrant dry whites from Pessac-Léognan. From prestigious estates such as Château Margaux and Pétrus to hidden gems offering exceptional value for money, the 1990 Bordeaux vintage has something extraordinary for every palate. Now that they have reached their full maturity and are ready to be enjoyed, these wines represent the pinnacle of Bordeaux winemaking, making them an irresistible choice for all those looking to purchase 1990 Bordeaux wines today.

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Haut Batailley 1990 -20% DISCOUNT !
-20%
1 in stock
75259
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
88/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Haut Batailley 1990 -20% DISCOUNT !

€72.00 inc-VAT per bottle €90.00 inc-VAT -20%
€60.00 ex-VAT
Phélan Ségur 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
6 in stock
75281
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
86/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Phélan Ségur 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !

€136.80 inc-VAT per bottle €144.00 inc-VAT -5%
€114.00 ex-VAT
Lalande Borie 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
1 in stock
81065
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
85-86/100
90/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Lalande Borie 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !

€57.00 inc-VAT per bottle €60.00 inc-VAT -5%
€47.50 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
Last one !
Les Mieux Notés
1 in stock
86442
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Grand Puy Lacoste 1990
Les Mieux Notés
8 in stock
89833
Red
75cl
95/100
95/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Grand Puy Lacoste 1990

€300.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€250.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
Last one !
Les Mieux Notés
1 in stock
89915
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Issan 1990
2 in stock
95421
Red
75cl
85/100
86/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Issan 1990

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Fieuzal 1990
1 in stock
104446
Red
75cl
88/100
91/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Fieuzal 1990

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Les Plantiers du Haut Brion 1990
3 in stock
105932
White
75cl
Very High Shoulder
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Les Plantiers du Haut Brion 1990

€240.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€200.00 ex-VAT
Bouscaut 1990
3 in stock
121100
Red
75cl
90/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Bouscaut 1990

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Gressier Grand Pougeaux 1990
1 in stock
121126
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Gressier Grand Poujeaux 1990

€30.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€25.00 ex-VAT
Haut Batailley 1990
2 in stock
121520
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
88/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Haut Batailley 1990

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Canon 1990 OWC
12 in stock
121524
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
88/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Canon 1990 OWC

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Troplong Mondot 1990 Magnum
1 in stock
121540
Red
150cl
98/100
95/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Troplong Mondot 1990 Magnum

€552.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€460.00 ex-VAT
Clos Saint Martin 1990
8 in stock
122086
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
90/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Clos Saint Martin 1990

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Ausone 1990
2 in stock
122097
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
91/100
92/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ausone 1990

€480.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€400.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
3 in stock
122109
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !

€843.60 inc-VAT per bottle €888.00 inc-VAT -5%
€703.00 ex-VAT
Citran 1990
2 in stock
122151
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
87/100
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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Citran 1990

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Fontenil 1990
12 in stock
122174
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Fronsac

Fontenil 1990

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Angélus 1990
2 in stock
122323
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
99/100
93/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Angélus 1990

€690.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€575.00 ex-VAT
Rauzan Gassies 1990
2 in stock
123526
Red
75cl
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Rauzan Gassies 1990

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Clos du Marquis 1990 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
Last one !
0 in stock
123588
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
88/100
90/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Clos du Marquis 1990 - PROMO -5% !

€85.50 inc-VAT per bottle €90.00 inc-VAT -5%
€71.25 ex-VAT
Lynch Moussas 1990
7 in stock
124195
Red
75cl
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lynch Moussas 1990

€72.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€60.00 ex-VAT
Conseillante 1990
3 in stock
125055
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
94/100
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Conseillante 1990

€480.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€400.00 ex-VAT
Ausone 1990
-5%
2 in stock
127365
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
91/100
92/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ausone 1990

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle €480.00 inc-VAT -5%
€380.00 ex-VAT
Ausone 1990 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
127557
Red
75cl
Damaged
Very High Shoulder
91/100
92/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ausone 1990 - PROMO -10% !

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle €480.00 inc-VAT -10%
€360.00 ex-VAT
Haut Ferrand 1990
1 in stock
128400
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Haut Ferrand 1990

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Bastor Lamontagne 1990 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
128474
White
75cl
Damaged
92/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Sauternes

Bastor Lamontagne 1990 - PROMO -10% !

€59.40 inc-VAT per bottle €66.00 inc-VAT -10%
€49.50 ex-VAT
Branaire Ducru 1990
2 in stock
129306
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
89/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Ducru 1990

€114.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€95.00 ex-VAT
Cap de Mourlin 1990 - PROMO -10%!
-10%
1 in stock
129313
Red
75cl
Damaged
Very High Shoulder
87/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cap de Mourlin 1990 - PROMO -10%!

€59.40 inc-VAT per bottle €66.00 inc-VAT -10%
€49.50 ex-VAT
Cap de Mourlin 1990
3 in stock
129314
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
87/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cap de Mourlin 1990

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Giscours 1990 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
129340
Red
75cl
High shoulder
91/100
15/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Giscours 1990 - PROMO -10% !

€91.80 inc-VAT per bottle €102.00 inc-VAT -10%
€76.50 ex-VAT
Lascombes 1990
1 in stock
129356
Red
75cl
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Lascombes 1990

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Chasse Spleen 1990
2 in stock
129568
Red
75cl
88/100
90/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Moulis en Médoc

Chasse Spleen 1990

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1990
1 in stock
129938
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
93/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1990

€1,440.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,200.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1990
1 in stock
129939
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
98/100
93/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1990

€1,440.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,200.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
1 in stock
129972
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Doisy Daëne 1990 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
0 in stock
130343
White
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Sauternes

Doisy Daëne 1990 - PROMO -5% !

€68.40 inc-VAT per bottle €72.00 inc-VAT -5%
€57.00 ex-VAT
Lynch Bages 1990
2 in stock
130853
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
97/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lynch Bages 1990

€354.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€295.00 ex-VAT
Climens 1990
7 in stock
131120
White
75cl
Very slightly damaged
95/100
94/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Sauternes

Climens 1990

€120.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€100.00 ex-VAT
Haut Claverie 1990 - PROMO -10%!
-10%
2 in stock
131207
White
75cl
Damaged
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Sauternes

Haut Claverie 1990 - PROMO -10% !

€32.40 inc-VAT per bottle €36.00 inc-VAT -10%
€27.00 ex-VAT
Raymond Lafon 1990
3 in stock
131294
White
75cl
Very slightly damaged
95/100
90/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Sauternes

Raymond Lafon 1990

€96.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€80.00 ex-VAT
Haut Batailley 1990
New
1 in stock
132575
Red
75cl
90/100
92/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Haut Batailley 1990

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Rothschild 1990 - SALE -5% !
New
-5%
1 in stock
132695
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
90/100
87/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1990 - SALE -5% !

€478.80 inc-VAT per bottle €504.00 inc-VAT -5%
€399.00 ex-VAT
Lafite Rothschild 1990
New
3 in stock
132699
Red
75cl
96/100
95/100
17/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lafite Rothschild 1990

€864.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€720.00 ex-VAT
Fieuzal 1990
New
1 in stock
133136
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
88/100
91/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Fieuzal 1990

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Las Cases 1990
New
2 in stock
133184
Red
75cl
96/100
93/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Las Cases 1990

€360.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€300.00 ex-VAT
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Weather conditions for the 1990 vintage

The splendor of the 1990 Bordeaux vintage owes much to its exceptional weather. A mild winter set the stage, followed by a cool spring that warmed significantly in May, encouraging early budbreak and flowering. The summer that followed was historic, with July and August the hottest and driest since 1961. Record heat and abundant sunshine bathed the vineyards, bringing grapes to extraordinary levels of ripeness. Timely rain in mid-September, followed by more on the 22nd and 23rd, revived the vines after intense drought, ensuring optimal sugar levels and healthy fruit. Harvest began as early as September 10, one of the earliest starts of the decade, amid continuing warm, dry conditions. This combination of heat, sunshine and well-timed rain created an ideal environment for the 1990 Bordeaux vintage, producing wines of incomparable concentration and character.

Left Bank

Bordeaux’s Left Bank, including appellations such as Margaux, Pauillac, Saint-Julien and Saint-Estèphe, produced some of the most iconic wines of the 1990 vintage. Known for its Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant blends, the region yielded reds of impressive depth, with ripe tannins and vibrant acidity. Château Margaux received a perfect 100 from Robert Parker, displaying silky elegance and immense complexity that rivals legendary vintages such as 1982. In Pauillac, while First Growths such as Latour and Mouton Rothschild shone to varying degrees, Lynch-Bages and Pichon-Longueville Baron stole the show, scoring 97 and 98, respectively. These wines offer lush fruit, velvety textures and youthful energy that continue to impress decades later. Montrose, in Saint-Estèphe, stands out for its enormous structure and potential 100-point score, though individual experiences may vary due to subtle brettanomyces notes. Pessac-Léognan also excelled, with Haut-Brion earning 98 for its understated power and finesse. The 1990 Left Bank Bordeaux wines attest to the vintage’s consistent excellence, offering buyers a chance to own a piece of wine history.

Right Bank

On the Right Bank, where Merlot and Cabernet Franc dominate, the 1990 vintage produced wines of extraordinary opulence and charm. Pomerol and Saint-Émilion stood out, with estates crafting reds that balance immediate pleasure with long-term potential. Château Pétrus, rated 100, offers monumental richness and velvety decadence, while Château Cheval Blanc, at 98, delights with its youthful flavor and aromatic complexity. Lafleur, at 97+, presents a wild yet captivating profile, and Le Pin, with a 98, seduces with its sensual, voluptuous charm. In Saint-Émilion, Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse stunned critics with a rare score of 100, blending Right Bank lushness with Left Bank structure. Troplong Mondot, also at 98, adds concentrated fruit and finesse to this prestigious list. The 1990 Right Bank Bordeaux wines are celebrated for their fleshy, lush profiles, making them irresistible to those seeking 1990 Bordeaux bottles that promise both immediate enjoyment and future rewards.

Sauternes: Sweet wines from the 1990 vintage

The sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac from the 1990 vintage are a triumph of richness and balance, born of ideal conditions for noble rot. Unlike the drought-affected reds, these vineyards benefited from sporadic summer rain, encouraging botrytis to develop and producing grapes with sugar levels unmatched since 1929. Château d’Yquem, rated 98, impresses with its early honeyed fruit and luxurious texture, while Coutet Cuvée Madame, also at 98, approaches perfection with its concentrated elegance. Suduiraut and Climens also stand out for their intense complexity and vibrant acidity. Harvested beginning September 11, these wines show immense richness tempered by lively freshness, setting them slightly apart from the more taut 1989s. For lovers of sweet Bordeaux wines, the 1990 vintage offers luscious, age-worthy treasures, ideal for enriching a collection or elevating an occasion, making it a top choice for buyers today.

Critics’ reviews

Robert Parker’s ratings for the 1990 Bordeaux vintage underscore its exceptional quality, with several wines earning scores close to or at perfection. Château Margaux and Pétrus both received 100 points, celebrated for their elegance and monumental stature. Beauséjour Duffau-Lagarrosse and Montrose also approach perfection with 100 and 100?, respectively, while Angélus (99), Cheval Blanc (98) and Haut-Brion (98) cement the vintage’s elite status. The Wine Advocate Vintage Guide echoes this praise, rating Pomerol 96R and Saint-Émilion 98R, both described as “extraordinary” and ready to drink. The Left Bank group of Saint-Julien, Pauillac and Saint-Estèphe earned 98E for its brilliance at early maturity, while Sauternes and Barsac received 98R for their massive, rich profiles. Critics praise the vintage’s velvety texture and roasted-fruit character, noting its consistency across appellations. These assessments of the 1990 vintage wines confirm its legendary reputation, giving buyers confidence in its enduring appeal.

Why buy 1990 Bordeaux wines?

There are countless reasons to buy 1990 Bordeaux wines today. This vintage combines immediate drinkability with remarkable longevity, appealing to casual enthusiasts and seasoned collectors alike. The reds, with their rich, concentrated fruit and velvety tannins, offer a sensory experience that rivals Bordeaux’s greatest years, such as 1982 and 1961. Whether it is the depth of Left Bank icons or the opulent allure of Right Bank gems, these wines embody the region’s winemaking prowess. The sweet wines of Sauternes offer indulgent pleasure and excellent aging potential, perfect for special occasions or for adding to a cellar. With many bottles now mature, the 1990 Bordeaux vintage offers a rare opportunity to taste fully developed wines at their best. More affordable options such as Chasse-Spleen and La Dominique also make the vintage accessible, offering excellent quality for the price. For those looking to buy a 1990 Bordeaux, this vintage promises satisfaction, prestige and a taste of history in every glass.

From the sun-drenched vineyards of the Left and Right Banks to the botrytis-kissed rows of Sauternes, the 1990 Bordeaux vintage remains a captivating year of excellence. Its consistent quality, outstanding scores and irresistible character make it a must for every fine-wine enthusiast. Explore our selection and reserve your 1990 Bordeaux bottles today to experience this legendary vintage at its best!

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