Wine 1986 Bordeaux

The 1986 Bordeaux vintage stands as a testament to the region's ability to craft wines of extraordinary structure, depth, and ageing potential. Renowned for its robust tannins, concentrated fruit, and remarkable cellaring potential, this vintage has earned a coveted place among wine lovers and collectors. The growing season offered near-perfect conditions, with a hot, dry summer and a harvest blessed by favorable weather, giving rise to wines that embody both power and elegance. From the iconic Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant red wines of the Left Bank to the opulent sweet wines of Sauternes, the 1986 Bordeaux vintage offers something exceptional for every palate.

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Pichon Longueville Baron 1986 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
87304
Red
75cl
Damaged
85/100
97/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pichon Longueville Baron 1986 -5% DISCOUNT !

€216.60 inc-VAT per bottle €228.00 inc-VAT -5%
€180.50 ex-VAT
Petit Village 1986
2 in stock
99610
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
85/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Petit Village 1986

€126.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€105.00 ex-VAT
Chevalier 1986
1 in stock
105930
Red
75cl
88/100
89/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Chevalier 1986

€108.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€90.00 ex-VAT
Pétrus 1986
2 in stock
123220
Red
75cl
86/100
92/100
15/20
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Bordeaux | Pomerol

Pétrus 1986

€2,880.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€2,400.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Baronne Philippe 1986
1 in stock
124841
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
90/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Baronne Philippe 1986

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Pavie 1986
0 in stock
125064
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
87/100
93/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Pavie 1986

€204.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€170.00 ex-VAT
Beychevelle 1986
2 in stock
125075
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
90/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Beychevelle 1986

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€120.00 ex-VAT
Pavie 1986
5 in stock
126417
Red
75cl
87/100
93/100
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Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Pavie 1986

€204.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€170.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Barton 1986 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
9 in stock
126421
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
92/100
90/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Barton 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€159.60 inc-VAT per bottle €168.00 inc-VAT -5%
€133.00 ex-VAT
Pontet Canet 1986
4 in stock
126422
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
86/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pontet Canet 1986

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€120.00 ex-VAT
Pontet Canet 1986
7 in stock
126423
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
86/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pontet Canet 1986

€144.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€120.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -5%!
-5%
4 in stock
126428
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€159.60 inc-VAT per bottle €168.00 inc-VAT -5%
€133.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -15%!
-15%
Last one !
1 in stock
126429
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
Top Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -15% !

€142.80 inc-VAT per bottle €168.00 inc-VAT -15%
€119.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -10%!
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
126430
Red
75cl
High shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1986 - PROMO -10% !

€151.20 inc-VAT per bottle €168.00 inc-VAT -10%
€126.00 ex-VAT
Calon Ségur 1986
1 in stock
126431
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Estèphe

Calon Ségur 1986

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Haut Bages Libéral 1986
10 in stock
126438
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
90/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Haut Bages Libéral 1986

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Beychevelle 1986
2 in stock
126441
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
90/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Beychevelle 1986

€168.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€140.00 ex-VAT
Palmer 1986 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
2 in stock
126444
Red
75cl
High shoulder
92/100
94/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Palmer 1986 - PROMO -10% !

€270.00 inc-VAT per bottle €300.00 inc-VAT -10%
€225.00 ex-VAT
Palmer 1986
8 in stock
126445
Red
75cl
Very High Shoulder
92/100
94/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Margaux

Palmer 1986

€300.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€250.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Las Cases 1986
11 in stock
126449
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Las Cases 1986

€420.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€350.00 ex-VAT
Trotanoy 1986
9 in stock
126453
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
85/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Trotanoy 1986

€216.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€180.00 ex-VAT
Ausone 1986
12 in stock
126463
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
89/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Ausone 1986

€396.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€330.00 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1986
4 in stock
126467
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
93/100
89/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1986

€630.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€525.00 ex-VAT
Latour 1986
6 in stock
126471
Red
75cl
86/100
90/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Latour 1986

€576.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€480.00 ex-VAT
Pétrus 1986
3 in stock
126475
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
86/100
92/100
15/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Pétrus 1986

€2,880.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€2,400.00 ex-VAT
Pétrus 1986 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
126476
Red
75cl
Damaged
Top Shoulder
86/100
92/100
15/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Pétrus 1986 - PROMO -10% !

€2,592.00 inc-VAT per bottle €2,880.00 inc-VAT -10%
€2,160.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 1986 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
10 in stock
126492
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
95/100
17/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€256.50 inc-VAT per bottle €270.00 inc-VAT -5%
€213.75 ex-VAT
Lafite Rothschild 1986
1 in stock
127451
Red
75cl
95+/100
94/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lafite Rothschild 1986

€954.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€795.00 ex-VAT
Léoville Las Cases 1986 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
1 in stock
127626
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
Top Shoulder
98/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Léoville Las Cases 1986 - PROMO -10% !

€378.00 inc-VAT per bottle €420.00 inc-VAT -10%
€315.00 ex-VAT
Branaire Ducru 1986
3 in stock
129304
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
89/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Julien

Branaire Ducru 1986

€78.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€65.00 ex-VAT
Coutet 1986
1 in stock
129330
White
75cl
Top Shoulder
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Barsac

Coutet 1986

€72.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€60.00 ex-VAT
Croizet Bages 1986
4 in stock
129331
Red
75cl
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Croizet Bages 1986

€102.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€85.00 ex-VAT
Haut Batailley 1986
1 in stock
129348
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
89/100
85/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Haut Batailley 1986

€96.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€80.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1986 - PROMO -15% !
-15%
1 in stock
129351
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
93/100
86/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1986 - PROMO -15% !

€459.00 inc-VAT per bottle €540.00 inc-VAT -15%
€382.50 ex-VAT
Cheval Blanc 1986
New
1 in stock
129584
Red
75cl
93/100
89/100
16/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Cheval Blanc 1986

€630.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€525.00 ex-VAT
Pétrus 1986 - PROMO -5% !
New
-5%
1 in stock
130097
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
86/100
92/100
15/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pomerol

Pétrus 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€2,736.00 inc-VAT per bottle €2,880.00 inc-VAT -5%
€2,280.00 ex-VAT
Mouton Rothschild 1986
New
1 in stock
130152
Red
75cl
Top Shoulder
100/100
99/100
18/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Mouton Rothschild 1986

€852.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€710.00 ex-VAT
Lynch Bages 1986 - PROMO -5% !
New
-5%
1 in stock
130479
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
94/100
19/20
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Pauillac

Lynch Bages 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€188.10 inc-VAT per bottle €198.00 inc-VAT -5%
€156.75 ex-VAT
Pavie 1986
New
2 in stock
130530
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Top Shoulder
87/100
93/100
Add to cart
Bordeaux | Saint Emilion

Pavie 1986

€204.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€170.00 ex-VAT

Climatic conditions of the 1986 vintage

The 1986 growing season in Bordeaux was a roller coaster of challenges and triumphs, ultimately culminating in a vintage of remarkable quality. It began with a cold winter that delayed the growth cycle, keeping budburst and flowering slightly behind schedule. Spring remained cool and damp, but a shift to warm, dry conditions in May and June allowed the vines to catch up. The ensuing summer was long, hot, and exceptionally dry, one of the driest in two decades, pushing some vines to the brink of water stress. Relief came in mid-September with light rain, revitalizing the vineyards as the grapes approached maturity. However, a powerful storm quickly swept through, bringing heavy rains and flooding to areas such as Graves, Pomerol, and Saint-Émilion. Producers who harvested early faced diluted grapes, but those who waited were rewarded with three weeks of warm, sunny, and windy weather starting September 23rd. This final period proved ideal for the maturation of Cabernet Sauvignon on the Left Bank and the development of noble rot in Sauternes, setting the stage for a harvest of small, thick-skinned berries bursting with flavor and structure. The result was a massive harvest, one of the largest since 1934, filled with potential for exceptional Bordeaux wines.

Left Bank

The Left Bank shines as the crown jewel of the 1986 Bordeaux vintage, particularly in appellations such as Pauillac, Saint-Julien, and Saint-Estèphe. Here, Cabernet Sauvignon thrived in the vintage's unique conditions, producing wines of intense concentration, firm tannins, and vibrant acidity. These red wines are celebrated for their sophistication and longevity, offering a dense, dark character that has softened beautifully over time. Stars such as Château Mouton Rothschild, rated 100/100 by Robert Parker, illustrate the vintage's potential, appearing remarkably young even after nearly four decades. Château Léoville Las Cases, with its 98-point rating, brings symmetry and power, while Gruaud Larose and Rauzan Segla impress with their sublime balance and depth. The wines of Graves also deserve praise, with dry whites from estates such as Château Smith Haut Lafitte displaying freshness, precision, and refined minerality. For buyers seeking classic Bordeaux wine with strong aging potential, the 1986 Left Bank wines are a treasure trove of bold flavors and elegance that defies time.

Right Bank

Although the Right Bank faced challenges in 1986, its best producers nonetheless crafted wines of notable appeal. Pomerol and Saint-Émilion experienced high Merlot yields, which, combined with September storms, led to some dilution in early harvests. However, estates that exercised patience and rigorous selection produced red wines with ripe, rich fruit and supple tannins. Château Pétrus and Château La Conseillante stand out for their aromatic complexity and accessible charm, offering immediate pleasure with development potential. Château Cheval Blanc also shines, combining power and finesse in a manner that compares favorably to other great vintages. While less consistent than the Left Bank, the best Right Bank Bordeaux wines of 1986 bring a softer, fruitier allure to the vintage, making them delightful for those who appreciate a more accessible Bordeaux wine style.

Sauternes: Sweet wines of the 1986 vintage

For sweet wine enthusiasts, the 1986 vintage in Sauternes and Barsac is simply spectacular. Late September and October rains, followed by sunny days and morning mists, created ideal conditions for noble rot, giving birth to wines of extraordinary richness and balance. Château d'Yquem, with its 98-point rating from Robert Parker, reigns supreme, offering intense honeyed fruit, vibrant acidity, and opulent complexity reminiscent of the legendary 1975 vintage. Château Suduiraut follows closely, delivering lush botrytis flavors that linger on the palate. Other gems such as Doisy-Védrines and Rieussec burst with energy and sweetness, while Château de Fargues succumbs under the weight of its decadent fruit. Rated at a remarkable 94 by The Wine Advocate, these Sauternes wines are beautifully balanced, with enough acidity to keep them fresh and lively. Perfect for accompanying desserts or enjoying on their own, the 1986 Bordeaux sweet wines are a highlight of the vintage and a must for any wine lover.

Critics' reviews

The 1986 Bordeaux vintage received praise from critics, with Robert Parker and The Wine Advocate offering glowing reviews highlighting its quality. Parker awarded Château Mouton Rothschild a perfect score of 100 points, praising its monumental density and youthful vigor, while Château Léoville Las Cases and Château d'Yquem each earned an impressive 98 for their elegance and richness. The Wine Advocate's Vintage Guide further celebrates the vintage, rating Saint-Julien, Pauillac, and Saint-Estèphe collectively at 94 for their exceptional tannic red wines, and Sauternes and Barsac at 94 for their ready-to-drink sweet wines. Margaux received 90, noted for its youthful structure, while Pomerol and Saint-Émilion received 87 and 88 respectively for their above-average or excellent profiles. Critics at the time were captivated by the vintage's power and concentration, some comparing it to the iconic 1961 vintage. Although the red wines required patience to soften, the best examples today offer a harmonious balance of fruit and structure, while the sweet wines dazzle with their immediate appeal. These vintage ratings cement Bordeaux 1986 as an exceptional year worth exploring.

Why buy 1986 Bordeaux wines?

There are countless reasons to buy 1986 Bordeaux wines, whether you're a seasoned collector or a casual enthusiast. This vintage embodies Bordeaux's ability to produce wines of unparalleled depth and character, from the structured, age-worthy red wines of the Left Bank to the opulent sweet wines of Sauternes. The Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines of the Left Bank, such as Mouton Rothschild and Léoville Las Cases, promise a tasting experience that rewards patience with sophistication and flavor, while the best Right Bank wines offer softer, fruitier charm. Sauternes, meanwhile, delivers some of the finest dessert wines of the decade, perfect for special occasions or moments of quiet indulgence. With ratings from Robert Parker and The Wine Advocate attesting to their excellence, these wines carry a pedigree that appeals to connoisseurs and novices alike. Their versatility, whether enjoyed now or cellared for years, makes them an exceptional addition to any collection. Buying 1986 Bordeaux today means securing a piece of wine history, a vintage celebrated for its aging potential and timeless appeal. Don't miss the opportunity to own these exceptional bottles at the best price, available for purchase now.

The 1986 Bordeaux vintage offers a rare blend of power, elegance, and longevity that continues to captivate wine enthusiasts nearly four decades later. From the tannic masterpieces of the Left Bank to the accessible gems of the Right Bank and the luxurious sweet wines of Sauternes, this vintage has something extraordinary to offer every palate. Explore our selection and buy 1986 Bordeaux today to experience the magic of this iconic year for yourself.

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