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 The top vintage of 1869 gave way to the classic 1870, with the grapes picked even as France entered war with Germany in the Franco-Prussian War of 1870-1871.

The 1870 vintage suffered from late frosts that reduced yields, but was early picked after a blisteringly hot summer.

The Chateau Lafite of 1870 is described by Michael Broadbent as “a powerhouse” which was “such a powerful and tannic wine that it was virtually undrinkable for half a century”.

These qualities are great for longevity, but a long way from what we’d expect to see in today’s market.

1869 and 1870 also saw the realisation that the phylloxera louse was a factor in the spread of a vineyard malaise being reported across France, although it would be a few years before the full impact of its advance was evident.

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Bordeaux

Bordeaux: Harvest started September 15th. An excellent year, with complex, rounded and long-lasting wines. Good yields also, after a dry, even growing season and perfect conditions during harvest. Similar style to the 1953, 90 years later.

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The best wines of the 1869 vintage

Name Tb Producer Location
1 d'Yquem 100 Château d'Yquem Bordeaux, France
2 Château Durfort-Vivens 94 Château Durfort-Vivens Bordeaux, France
3 Marques de Riscal Reserva 94 Marqués de Riscal Rioja, Spain
4 Château de Rayne Vigneau 93 Château de Rayne Vigneau Bordeaux, France
5 Château Gruaud-Larose 85 Château Gruaud-Larose Bordeaux, France
6 Madeira Sercial 0 Blandy's Madeira, Portugal
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