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Alexis Lichine (December 3, 1913 – June 1, 1989) was a Russian wine writer and entrepreneur. He played a key role in promoting varietal labelling of wine, was a masterful salesman of wine, had interests in two Bordeaux wineries, owning Château Prieuré-Lichine in Margaux and a share of Château Lascombes in the Médoc.
In front of an astonished audience, Alexis Lichine pronounces his verdict: Cos d’Estournel 1929. At only 46 years old, he joins the legendary ranks of the greatest wine connoisseurs. Born in 1913, his father was a rich banker in Saint Petersburg.
In considering the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855, Alexis Lichine held the opinion that the list, some hundred years after the selection was made, no longer expressed the whole truth concerning the ranking of Bordeaux wine.
Alexis Lichine’s larger-than-life personality made him a masterful wine salesman and charismatic educator. Wine Spectator's 40th anniversary package honors the château owner.
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Jun 2, 1989 · Alexis Lichine, an internationally known wine expert and author of landmark reference books in the field, died of cancer yesterday at Chateau Prieure-Lichine, his home in...
Alexis Lichine Merlot 2021 from Languedoc, South of France, France - An extremely deep garnet red. An expressive aroma of red berry notes, like cherry and raspberry, and also blackcurrant.
A smooth yet robust wine, well-balanced with a supple and delicate nature thanks to its velvety tannins. SERVING SUGGESTION. Serve with all kinds of barbecued meats and stews, game and cheeses like Camembert, Cantal and goat’s cheeses…even with a meat fondue. SERVING TEMPERATURE.
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Jun 1, 1989 · New York Alexis Lichine, an internationally known wine expert and author of landmark reference books in the field, died of cancer yesterday at Chateau Prieure-Lichine, his home in Bordeaux, France. He was 76 and had been ill for about six months.
