1987 Wine

1987 Wine

The 1987 vintage in France remains one of the most discreet of the 20th century. After a promising spring and a contrasting summer, winemakers had to contend with capricious conditions to obtain balanced wines, often fine and pleasant. The red wines 1987 seduce with their suppleness and immediate charm, while some white wines 1987 retain surprising freshness. In Bordeaux, the softness of Pomerol 1987, the elegance of Graves 1987 and the balance of Saint-Émilion 1987 have marked enthusiasts. In Burgundy, the appellations Vosne-Romanée 1987 and Meursault 1987 express the finesse of a delicate year. As for Sauternes 1987, they embody the precision and expertise of the greatest terroirs.

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The F.A.Q

Can a 1987 wine still be drunk?

Yes, a 1987 wine can still be enjoyed, provided it has been stored in good conditions. The 1987 red wines from Bordeaux (particularly from Graves or Pomerol) now offer supple and mellow profiles, whilst the 1987 Sauternes have retained their sweetness and elegance. The best crafted 1987 Burgundy and northern Rhône wines are also still pleasant to drink, although they are past their peak.

What is the style of 1987 red wines?

The 1987 red wines are distinguished by their freshness, suppleness and balance. These are not wines for long ageing, but they seduce with their aromatic finesse. In Bordeaux, fruit dominates with notes of plum, tobacco and fine leather. In Burgundy, the 1987 reds are more delicate, marked by aromas of cherry and undergrowth. These are wines at maturity, perfect for lovers of nuance and elegance.

Why buy a 1987 wine today?

A 1987 wine is an excellent opportunity for lovers of old vintages wishing to discover a discreet but balanced year. This vintage offers accessible, supple and elegant wines, perfect for accompanying a historic tasting or a 1987 birthday gift. On SoDivin.fr, you will find a rigorous selection of great 1987 wines: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Sauternes, Rhône or Champagne, stored in optimal conditions to guarantee their full authenticity.

The 1987 vintage in France

The year 1987 was marked by unstable weather: June rains, a cool summer, then a warm but stormy September. The most rigorous winemakers nevertheless managed to make the most of this climatic diversity. The result is supple, balanced wines with beautiful natural freshness.

This vintage produced modest volumes, but sincere and authentic wines, appreciated today for their accessibility and aromatic charm.

Bordeaux 1987 – Harmonious and ready-to-drink wines

In Bordeaux, 1987 was not a year for long ageing but offers fine homogeneity for lovers of finesse. The red Graves 1987 seduce with velvety tannins and aromatic complexity.
Among the successes are Château Haut-Brion 1987, La Mission Haut-Brion 1987, Pape Clément 1987 and Bahans Haut-Brion 1987.

On the right bank, Pomerol 1987 stands out with smooth and balanced wines: Petrus 1987, Le Pin 1987, La Conseillante 1987 and Clinet 1987 are distinguished by their velvety texture and aromatic depth.
In Saint-Émilion, Cheval Blanc 1987, Ausone 1987 offer supple and harmonious wines at ideal maturity.

In Sauternes, the vintage was more difficult. Irregular botrytis reduced volumes, but estates such as Château d'Yquem 1987, Coutet 1987 and Lafaurie-Peyraguey 1987 produced elegant and balanced wines with fine liqueur that is perfectly integrated today.

Burgundy 1987 – Low yields, true precision

The climatic conditions were severe: storms, hail and very low yields. Yet Burgundy 1987 produced characterful wines, often concentrated and beautifully straight. The red wines 1987 from Vosne-Romanée, Chambolle-Musigny or Gevrey-Chambertin express the purity of the fruit and the finesse of the tannins.

The white wines 1987 from Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet show beautiful tension and aromatics of toasted almond and wet stone.

Among the most successful estates: Domaine Dujac 1987, Louis Jadot 1987 and Joseph Drouhin 1987, symbols of precise vinification that respects the terroir.

Champagne 1987 – Few cuvées but some fine surprises

Champagne 1987 did not see large vintage productions, as maturity was difficult to achieve. However, some houses managed to stand out.

Palmer & Co 1987, Moët & Chandon 1987 and Bollinger 1987 offer fine wines with delicate bubbles and balanced structure, ideal for a collector's tasting.

Rhône Valley 1987 – The north dominates with elegant wine 1987

The Rhône Valley 1987 is distinguished by its duality. The northern Rhône (notably Côte-Rôtie 1987 and Hermitage 1987) produced 1987 wines that are straight and harmonious, carried by Syrah and balanced acidity. The southern Rhône, more affected by rain, produced tender and accessible red wines 1987. The estates Guigal 1987 and Chapoutier 1987 have achieved some fine successes in this heterogeneous vintage.

Old wines and grand crus from 1987, our selection of great wines from 1987

Purchasing vintage wine 1987 offers many occasions: giving wine for a birthday, wedding anniversary, celebrating an event. An old wine is a fantastic time machine. Old wine from 1987, grand cru from 1987? All wine bottles 1987 are in stock and dispatched the same day for next-day delivery.

The entire SoDivin team remains at your service to help you with your choice. Do not hesitate to contact us.

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