The '59 Bordeaux vintage has rarely if ever disappointed me, and I can say the same for the '64 vintage from Champagne.

This was a birth year wine (not mine) shared with a dear friend.

No formal notes, but a stellar bottle of wine. My lasting thought was how richly and deeply flavored the wine was, yet the vibrant acidity keeps everything balanced.

I'm not sure what more one could desire out of a Champagne.

I saved a small glass to try tonight just out of curiosity.

Drinking like a fine Burgundy. I wish I would have saved a little more.

Cheers! Nice note.

Great note. I loved this wine the only time I was lucky enough to try it. I don't think I have ever been disappointed in an old Comtes unless it was mistreated.

My note from a couple years ago:

Tons of zesty and spicy citrus notes lead into toasty white bread and a creamy, zesty, tropical citrus spiked finish. I really like this wine and quickly drained my glass. Grade of Low A (92-94 pts).

Brad, has your experience been the same as mine in reference to the '64 vintage?

I love 64 as a vintage and find the best wines when cared for to still show a zestiness that is mind boggling. My favorite vintages that I have experience with (anything from 59 forward) are 64 and 88. Both are classically structured and seemingly will last forever. I know others who like 59, 61, 66, 82, 90, or 96 more but 64 and 88 are a level up for me. The wines just don't disappoint. You called it.

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Good Lord! 1964 is also my birth year, which pretty well sucks as a wine enthusiast. I've had some nice '64s, but I've pretty well relegated myself to a conception year VP as my celebratory wine. Vintage Champagne never was on my radar!

W+A, where did you find this and are there any other '64s that you would recommend? August is closing fast!

Thanks for the great note. There is a store in Great Britain that has this for 300 pounds. They ship to the USA.

IW

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Thanks for the great note. There is a store in Great Britain that has this for 300 pounds. They ship to the USA.

IW

Conception year port at ~$200 per is sounding alot more delicious now!

Thanks for the info, IW.

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W+A, where did you find this and are there any other '64s that you would recommend? August is closing fast!

SD-Wineaux, sorry, I just saw your question.

I have had the wine for 20 years or more. As I said above, I have found '64 Champagne to be the '59 of Bordeaux... rarely disappointing.

I will send a few emails out to friends with some depth to their cellars on your behalf. Most of these friends are like me. Never sell, only trade.

I will get back to you.

Many thanks, W+A!

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Many thanks, W+A!

Still checking SD.

Whatever the outcome, I appreciate the effort.

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Good Lord! 1964 is also my birth year, which pretty well sucks as a wine enthusiast. I've had some nice '64s, but I've pretty well relegated myself to a conception year VP as my celebratory wine. Vintage Champagne never was on my radar!

SD-Wineaux - 64 is also my birth year. It is frustrating to find wines that don't break the bank - check out Piedmont. You can purchase some good 64s for under $200. I wish I could have more 64 champagnes but well-stored examples are at a premium.

Winetex,

To continue the thread drift , so far I've tried a '64 Mirafiore Barolo and a '64 Pio Cesare Barolo. While they were interesting experiences, they didn't leave me wanting to purchase more. Any specific recommendations?

The Borgogno Riserva is fairly available and has been more dependable than others. My Giacamo Conternos were very expensive and weren't very good although others have reported better luck.

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The Borgogno Riserva is fairly available and has been more dependable than others. My Giacamo Conternos were very expensive and weren't very good although others have reported better luck.

Thanks!