Fill level: High Shoulder – very appropriate for a bottle from 1982. Label condition: Stained / lightly scuffed label, but fully legible. Capsule condition: Excellent – no visible cracks, tears, or corrosion. Content: 75 cl Bottler: Mis en bouteille au château (bottled at the château) History of the wine / winery Château Bel Air is a traditional and respected estate in Pomerol, one of the smallest yet most prestigious regions in Bordeaux. Wines from Pomerol are predominantly Merlot‑based and are renowned worldwide for their smooth texture, finesse, and longevity. The 1982 vintage is a milestone year in Bordeaux. Warm growing conditions produced perfectly ripe grapes and wines that are full‑bodied, rounded, and exceptionally harmonious. Thanks to their remarkable concentration and balance, 1982 wines are among the most sought‑after bottles by collectors. To drink or to keep Given its age, this bottle is primarily suitable as a collector’s item. Drinkability may vary depending on storage conditions, but the bottle appears visually in correct condition.