1988 AOP Banyuls Grand Cru - Cave de l'Etoile - Banyuls Grand Cru - 3 Jennies (0.5L)
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Three 0.5 L bottles of AOP Banyuls Grand Cru – Cave de l'Etoile, vintage 1988, Grenache, France, presented in the original Vintage Collection gift boxes.
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A prestigious collection of 3 bottles from one of the great historic vintages of AOP Banyuls Grand Cru
Offered here is an exceptional lot comprising 3 bottles of Banyuls Grand Cru 1988 (50 cl), each presented in its original Vintage Collection gift case.
Originating from the renowned "Cave de l'Etoile", in the heart of Roussillon, these rare wines embody the heritage and savoir-faire of a region celebrated for producing some of France's most distinguished Vin Doux Naturels.
More than three decades after harvest, this remarkable 1988 vintage has reached a superb stage of maturity, revealing the complexity, balance and elegance that only time can bestow.
A Wine Shaped by an Exceptional Terroir
Crafted primarily from Grenache grapes grown on the famous schist soils overlooking the Mediterranean, this Banyuls Grand Cru was born from a unique landscape where steep terraces and ancestral viticultural traditions create wines of extraordinary character.
The prolonged ageing has transformed the wine into a refined masterpiece, displaying a deep mahogany robe and a rich aromatic tapestry of:
Candied orange peel
Dried figs and raisins
Oriental spices
Roasted nuts
Cocoa and dark chocolate
Caramel and noble rancio notes
The palate is remarkably silky and layered, combining richness, freshness and outstanding persistence. Each glass unveils new nuances, offering an exceptional tasting experience for lovers of mature fortified wines.
A Collector's Wine
Banyuls Grand Cru from the late 1980s has become increasingly scarce, especially in such quantity and with original presentation cases preserved.
This collection of five matching bottles from the same vintage represents a rare opportunity for collectors, wine investors and enthusiasts seeking authentic French wine treasures capable of delivering both historical significance and extraordinary pleasure.
Lot Details
3 bottles of Banyuls Grand Cru 1988
Appellation: AOP Banyuls Grand Cru
Vintage: 1988
Volume: 50 cl per bottle
Alcohol: 17% vol.
Origin: Cave de l'Etoile, Roussillon, France
Presented in original Vintage Collection luxury gift boxes
Total volume: 1.5 litres
Perfect Pairings
A magnificent companion to:
Foie gras
Blue cheeses and Roquefort
Dried fruits and walnuts
Orange-based desserts
Dark chocolate creations
Fine cigars and after-dinner contemplation
Collector's Note
Few wines express the elegance of ageing as gracefully as a mature Banyuls Grand Cru. This distinguished lot brings together five bottles from the acclaimed 1988 vintage, preserved in their original collector's presentation cases and sourced from the historic Cave de l'Etoile.
An increasingly rare offering that combines provenance, rarity and exceptional ageing potential.
A remarkable acquisition for collectors of fine fortified wines and lovers of historic French vintages.
Professionally packed and shipped with full tracking and care.
"Some wines are enjoyed. The rarest are remembered. Banyuls Grand Cru 1988 belongs to the latter."
Seller's Story
We are located in Rivesaltes on the designation area of the VDN of Languedoc Roussillon.
We have historically specialized in the regional appellations (Muscat, Rivesaltes, Banyuls Grand Cru, Maury...).
With a team of qualified oenologists, we select and age the finest Natural Sweet Wines that mature in a dedicated climate-controlled cellar.
More than 1,450 barrels stand like a wine cathedral, with a storage capacity of 4,300 hectolitres of wine aging, including some old vintages that are now rare.
Translated by Google TranslateA prestigious collection of 3 bottles from one of the great historic vintages of AOP Banyuls Grand Cru
Offered here is an exceptional lot comprising 3 bottles of Banyuls Grand Cru 1988 (50 cl), each presented in its original Vintage Collection gift case.
Originating from the renowned "Cave de l'Etoile", in the heart of Roussillon, these rare wines embody the heritage and savoir-faire of a region celebrated for producing some of France's most distinguished Vin Doux Naturels.
More than three decades after harvest, this remarkable 1988 vintage has reached a superb stage of maturity, revealing the complexity, balance and elegance that only time can bestow.
A Wine Shaped by an Exceptional Terroir
Crafted primarily from Grenache grapes grown on the famous schist soils overlooking the Mediterranean, this Banyuls Grand Cru was born from a unique landscape where steep terraces and ancestral viticultural traditions create wines of extraordinary character.
The prolonged ageing has transformed the wine into a refined masterpiece, displaying a deep mahogany robe and a rich aromatic tapestry of:
Candied orange peel
Dried figs and raisins
Oriental spices
Roasted nuts
Cocoa and dark chocolate
Caramel and noble rancio notes
The palate is remarkably silky and layered, combining richness, freshness and outstanding persistence. Each glass unveils new nuances, offering an exceptional tasting experience for lovers of mature fortified wines.
A Collector's Wine
Banyuls Grand Cru from the late 1980s has become increasingly scarce, especially in such quantity and with original presentation cases preserved.
This collection of five matching bottles from the same vintage represents a rare opportunity for collectors, wine investors and enthusiasts seeking authentic French wine treasures capable of delivering both historical significance and extraordinary pleasure.
Lot Details
3 bottles of Banyuls Grand Cru 1988
Appellation: AOP Banyuls Grand Cru
Vintage: 1988
Volume: 50 cl per bottle
Alcohol: 17% vol.
Origin: Cave de l'Etoile, Roussillon, France
Presented in original Vintage Collection luxury gift boxes
Total volume: 1.5 litres
Perfect Pairings
A magnificent companion to:
Foie gras
Blue cheeses and Roquefort
Dried fruits and walnuts
Orange-based desserts
Dark chocolate creations
Fine cigars and after-dinner contemplation
Collector's Note
Few wines express the elegance of ageing as gracefully as a mature Banyuls Grand Cru. This distinguished lot brings together five bottles from the acclaimed 1988 vintage, preserved in their original collector's presentation cases and sourced from the historic Cave de l'Etoile.
An increasingly rare offering that combines provenance, rarity and exceptional ageing potential.
A remarkable acquisition for collectors of fine fortified wines and lovers of historic French vintages.
Professionally packed and shipped with full tracking and care.
"Some wines are enjoyed. The rarest are remembered. Banyuls Grand Cru 1988 belongs to the latter."
Seller's Story
We are located in Rivesaltes on the designation area of the VDN of Languedoc Roussillon.
We have historically specialized in the regional appellations (Muscat, Rivesaltes, Banyuls Grand Cru, Maury...).
With a team of qualified oenologists, we select and age the finest Natural Sweet Wines that mature in a dedicated climate-controlled cellar.
More than 1,450 barrels stand like a wine cathedral, with a storage capacity of 4,300 hectolitres of wine aging, including some old vintages that are now rare.
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Vintage
1988
Producer, Name of wine
AOP Banyuls Grand Cru - Cave de l'Etoile
Classification
Grand Cru
Number of bottles
3
Bottle size
Jennies (0.5L)
Country
France
Region
Banyuls
Grape varieties
Grenache
Fill level
Bordeaux bottle type, neck fill level
Original packaging
In original giftbox
Capsule/cork condition
Fully intact metal capsule
Label condition
Fully intact, readable label
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