Wine 1998 Bordeaux

The 1998 Bordeaux vintage represents a remarkable chapter in the history of this iconic wine region, offering a compelling blend of quality, character and accessibility that continues to captivate wine lovers. Known for its exceptional performances on the Right Bank, particularly in Pomerol and Saint-Émilion, this vintage produced wines of opulence, elegance and longevity, thanks to Merlot's triumph in a year when winemakers had to contend with changeable weather conditions. While the Left Bank experienced a more uneven season, the finest producers in the Médoc and Pessac-Léognan crafted wines of refined structure and surprising depth, adding diversity to the vintage's appeal. The sweet wines of Sauternes and Barsac, though less concentrated in botrytis, offered accessible richness, while the dry whites of Pessac-Léognan shone for their vivacity and precision. For those looking to purchase 1998 Bordeaux, this vintage offers a treasure trove of well-priced classics, many of which are drinking beautifully today and still promise further evolution in the bottle.

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Balestard la Tonnelle 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
82747
Red
75cl
86/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Balestard la Tonnelle 1998

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Ferrand 1998
4 in stock
72827
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Ferrand 1998

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Pique Caillou 1998
-10% by 6
-5% by 3
DISCOUNT
10 in stock
73229
Red
75cl
85/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Pique Caillou 1998

€30.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€25.00 ex-VAT
Marquis d'Alesme 1998 OWC
6 in stock
76143
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
85-89/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Marquis d'Alesme 1998 OWC

€60.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€50.00 ex-VAT
La Solitude 1998
21 in stock
73213
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

La Solitude 1998

€36.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€30.00 ex-VAT
Citran 1998
6 in stock
78044
Red
75cl
86/100
85/100
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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

Citran 1998

€32.40 inc-VAT per bottle
€27.00 ex-VAT
La Tour Carnet 1998
7 in stock
92755
Red
75cl
83-85/100
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Bordeaux | Haut Médoc

La Tour Carnet 1998

€36.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€30.00 ex-VAT
Clos du Marquis 1998
4 in stock
95467
Red
75cl
90/100
88/100
15/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Clos du Marquis 1998

€68.40 inc-VAT per bottle
€57.00 ex-VAT
Fonroque 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
109969
Red
75cl
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Fonroque 1998

€42.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€35.00 ex-VAT
Laville Haut Brion 1998 blanc
Last one !
1 in stock
111085
White
75cl
Slightly Damaged
95/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Laville Haut Brion 1998 blanc

€270.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€225.00 ex-VAT
Branaire Duluc Ducru 1998
2 in stock
113370
Red
75cl
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Duluc Ducru 1998

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Brane Cantenac 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
113491
Red
75cl
86/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Brane Cantenac 1998

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Malescot Saint Exupéry 1998
3 in stock
113501
Red
75cl
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Malescot Saint Exupéry 1998

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1998
Last one !
-1 in stock
113760
Red
75cl
93/100
86/100
17/20
17/20
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1998

€120.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€100.00 ex-VAT
Branaire Duluc Ducru 1998
2 in stock
114617
Red
75cl
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Duluc Ducru 1998

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Ducru Beaucaillou 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
115310
Red
75cl
91/100
15/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Ducru Beaucaillou 1998

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€120.00 ex-VAT
Bel Air Marquis d'Aligre 1998
4 in stock
118393
Red
75cl
88/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Bel Air Marquis d'Aligre 1998

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1998
2 in stock
122317
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1998

€492.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€410.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1998
6 in stock
123195
Red
75cl
93/100
86/100
17/20
17/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1998

€120.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€100.00 ex-VAT
Tertre 1998
Last one !
1 in stock
123272
Red
75cl
87-89/100
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Tertre 1998

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Bon Pasteur 1998
1 in stock
125057
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
91/100
93/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Bon Pasteur 1998

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Vieux Château Certan 1998
1 in stock
125058
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
92/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Vieux Château Certan 1998

€312.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€260.00 ex-VAT
Figeac 1998
4 in stock
125061
Red
75cl
90/100
17/20
19/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Figeac 1998

€360.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€300.00 ex-VAT
Haut Bailly 1998 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
1 in stock
127597
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
91/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Bailly 1998 - PROMO -5% !

€91.20 inc-VAT per bottle €96.00 inc-VAT -5%
€76.00 ex-VAT
Olivier 1998
1 in stock
128885
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Olivier 1998

€48.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€40.00 ex-VAT
Brane Cantenac 1998
2 in stock
129310
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Bordeaux | Margaux

Brane Cantenac 1998

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Branaire Ducru 1998
New
6 in stock
129410
Red
75cl
89/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Ducru 1998

€66.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€55.00 ex-VAT
Grand Puy Lacoste 1998
New
2 in stock
129434
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
92/100
16/20
16/20
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Grand Puy Lacoste 1998

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Lagrange 1998 - PROMO -5% !
New
-5%
6 in stock
129447
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
88/100
18/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Lagrange 1998 - PROMO -5% !

€68.40 inc-VAT per bottle €72.00 inc-VAT -5%
€57.00 ex-VAT
Latour 1998
New
1 in stock
129451
Red
75cl
90/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Latour 1998

€504.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€420.00 ex-VAT
Montrose 1998
New
6 in stock
129466
Red
75cl
90/100
86/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Montrose 1998

€126.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€105.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1998
New
5 in stock
129472
Red
75cl
88/100
18/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1998

€156.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€130.00 ex-VAT
Talbot 1998 Magnum - PROMO -5% !
New
-10%
2 in stock
129478
Red
150cl
Slightly Damaged
88/100
16/20
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Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Talbot 1998 Magnum - PROMO -10% !

€145.80 inc-VAT per bottle €162.00 inc-VAT -10%
€121.50 ex-VAT
Talbot 1998 Magnum - PROMO -10% !
New
-5%
4 in stock
129479
Red
150cl
Damaged
88/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Talbot 1998 Magnum - PROMO -5% !

€153.90 inc-VAT per bottle €162.00 inc-VAT -5%
€128.25 ex-VAT
Bahans Haut Brion 1998
New
3 in stock
129577
Red
75cl
92/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Bahans Haut Brion 1998

€114.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€95.00 ex-VAT
Château Margaux 1998
New
1 in stock
130025
Red
75cl
91/100
18/20
18.5/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Château Margaux 1998

€492.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€410.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Rothschild 1998
New
2 in stock
130076
Red
75cl
97/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1998

€528.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€440.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Rothschild 1998
New
1 in stock
130165
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged back label
97/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1998

€534.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€445.00 ex-VAT

1998 Vintage Weather Conditions

The 1998 Bordeaux vintage unfolded against a backdrop of dramatic weather variations, shaping a year that favored adaptability and rewarded meticulous vineyard management. Spring began cool and wet, with abundant rainfall in April and May that slowed early vine growth. Flowering, however, proceeded uniformly under calmer conditions in late May, setting the stage for a promising harvest. June alternated between warmth and coolness, while July remained unusually cool and cloudy, maintaining moderate sugar levels and high acidity. The turning point came in August, with intense heat and abundant sunshine sweeping across Bordeaux, reaching over 30°C in some areas. This hot, dry period concentrated the grapes, particularly the early-ripening Merlot, though it also stressed vines on lighter soils. September brought relief with timely rains and warm, dry days, allowing the Right Bank to harvest under near-perfect conditions. However, late September rains, totaling over 7.5 cm in the Médoc, complicated the Cabernet Sauvignon harvest on the Left Bank, introducing variability into the vintage. This tale of two banks explains why 1998 Bordeaux wines reflect such distinct regional personalities, making it a fascinating choice for collectors and enthusiasts.

Left Bank

On the Left Bank, the 1998 Bordeaux vintage reveals a palette of styles, ranging from the restrained power of the Médoc to the remarkable elegance of Pessac-Léognan. The late-season rains challenged Cabernet Sauvignon-dominated vineyards, producing wines with firm tannins, fresh acidity, and a structured, classic profile. While less exuberant than their Right Bank counterparts, these 1998 Bordeaux wines from the Médoc have matured gracefully, with leading estates such as Château Lafite Rothschild and Château Mouton Rothschild producing bottlings of remarkable finesse and depth. These wines, often compared to the composed 1988 vintage, offer a subtle charm that appeals to those who appreciate traditional Bordeaux.

In Pessac-Léognan, the Left Bank truly shines in 1998. Benefiting from a higher proportion of Merlot and well-timed harvests, estates such as Château Haut-Brion and Château La Mission Haut-Brion crafted reds of extraordinary richness and balance, marked by lush fruit, velvety textures, and a youthful vigor that defies their age. The dry whites from this appellation, including the dazzling Haut-Brion Blanc, impress with their vibrant acidity, ripe fruit, and a mineral touch, making them some of the vintage's hidden gems. For buyers seeking 1998 Bordeaux wines from the Left Bank, Pessac-Léognan offers a compelling blend of immediate pleasure and long-term potential, perfect for enriching any collection.

Right Bank

The Right Bank is the undisputed star of the 1998 Bordeaux vintage, with Pomerol and Saint-Émilion delivering some of the decade's most celebrated wines. The hot, dry weather of August and early September perfectly suited Merlot and Cabernet Franc, producing thick-skinned grapes with ripe fruit and concentrated flavors. In Pomerol, the vintage reaches its pinnacle, producing wines of hedonistic charm, opulence, and remarkable purity. Château Pétrus, with its monumental depth, stands as a contender for the greatest Bordeaux of the 1990s, while estates such as Château Lafleur and Château L'Église-Clinet offer breathtaking complexity and longevity. These 1998 Bordeaux wines from Pomerol are rich, round, and expressive, rivaling the legendary 1990 vintage in their appeal.

Saint-Émilion also excels, though its wines are slightly lighter than those of Pomerol. Château Cheval Blanc, located near the Pomerol border, offers a striking blend of power and elegance, while Château Pavie and Château Ausone showcase the appellation's potential for structured, aromatic reds. The 1998 Bordeaux wines from the Right Bank are celebrated for their supple textures, vibrant fruit, and accessibility, many being delicious to drink today while retaining the structure to age further. For those looking to buy 1998 Bordeaux, the Right Bank offers an irresistible combination of quality and value, making it a must-visit region for wine lovers.

Sauternes: Sweet Wines from the 1998 Vintage

The sweet wines from Sauternes and Barsac in the 1998 Bordeaux vintage present a delightful, though understated, addition to the year's range. A season with moderate heat and lesser botrytis influence produced wines that favor early pleasure over deep concentration. Nevertheless, leading estates such as Château d'Yquem and Château Suduiraut crafted rich, honeyed bottlings with crisp acidity and balanced sweetness, evoking the elegant style of the 1988 vintage. In Barsac, Château Climens and Château Coutet stand out with their refined profiles, offering lush fruit and a luxurious mouthfeel that appeals to both collectors and casual tasters.

These sweet wines from Bordeaux 1998 are approachable now, with a freshness that makes them versatile for food pairings or solo tasting. While they may lack the intense nobility of great Sauternes vintages, their quality and rarity enhance their appeal on the secondary market. For buyers seeking a touch of Bordeaux's sweet side, the 1998 vintage offers well-priced options that deliver immediate satisfaction and a hint of decadence.

Critics' Reviews

The 1998 Bordeaux vintage received strong praise from critics, with Robert Parker's ratings highlighting its excellence, particularly on the Right Bank. Château Cheval Blanc and Château Pétrus both earned a perfect score of 100 points, praised for their opulent fruit and enduring structure. Château Haut-Brion also secured 100 points, highlighting Pessac-Léognan's triumph on the Left Bank, while Château Angélus (98), Château Pavie Macquin (97), and Trotanoy (99) consolidated the Right Bank's dominance. These ratings for 1998 vintage wines reflect the meticulous craftsmanship behind these bottlings, making them valuable additions to any cellar.

The Wine Advocate Vintage Guide further elevates the vintage's stature, rating Pomerol and Saint-Émilion as "Extraordinary" (96T) for their tannic, youthful reds, and Pessac-Léognan as "Exceptional" (94T) for its structured, age-worthy wines. The northern Médoc appellations (St. Julien, Pauillac, St. Estèphe) received an "Above Average to Excellent" rating (87T), recognizing their solid, if less exuberant, performance. Sauternes and Barsac received an "Above Average to Excellent" score (87E), praised for their accessibility. Critics consistently highlight the lush, Merlot-dominated wines from the Right Bank as well as the refined reds and whites from Pessac-Léognan as the vintage's standout achievements, reinforcing why 1998 Bordeaux remains a favorite among connoisseurs.

Why Buy 1998 Bordeaux Wines?

For wine enthusiasts and collectors, the 1998 Bordeaux vintage offers an irresistible blend of quality, diversity, and value that makes it an exceptional choice in today's market. The Right Bank wines from Pomerol and Saint-Émilion deliver opulent, fruit-forward profiles that rival the region's finest years, and many remain available at prices far more affordable than the heavily publicized 2000 vintage. The Left Bank gems from Pessac-Léognan, whether red wines or dry whites, are elegant and structured, appealing to those who appreciate the classic finesse of Bordeaux wines. The sweet wines from Sauternes and Barsac add a luxurious, ready-to-drink option that complements the vintage's broader portfolio.

These 1998 Bordeaux wines are at their peak today, many drinking very well while offering potential for further development, making them ideal wines for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring. Their rarity, due to selective harvesting and limited production at the finest estates, enhances their appeal on the secondary market. Whether you're looking to build a collection or seeking a special bottle for a memorable occasion, buying a 1998 Bordeaux means securing a piece of a vintage celebrated for its regional contrasts and enduring appeal. Explore our selection and buy 1998 Bordeaux at the best price to experience this exceptional year!

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