{"product_id":"1987-chateau-ausone","title":"1987 Château Ausone","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eChâteau Ausone is one of the oldest and most exclusive estates in Saint-Émilion. Named after the Roman poet Ausonius, who reportedly lived on the property, it is famous for its tiny production and its historic status as a \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"222\"\u003ePremier Grand Cru Classé A\u003c\/i\u003e. The 1987 vintage is a \"miracle of terroir.\" While many Right Bank wines from this year were thin, Ausone managed to maintain its signature mineral backbone and aromatic lift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHighlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/b\u003e 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\/Appellation:\u003c\/b\u003e Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Château Ausone (Vauthier Family)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically an even split of 50% Cabernet Franc and 50% Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully matured, ethereal, and mineral-driven; a classic Right Bank red with a silky, refined texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e A collector’s vertical tasting or a quiet, contemplative dinner. Its delicate profile pairs beautifully with simple, savory dishes like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003eroast quail, wild mushroom risotto, or a lean venison carpaccio\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HaoYue Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43431848837194,"sku":null,"price":1150.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2485\/9722\/files\/ChatGPTImageApr1_2026_11_04_21AM_cfdf73d5-3b9e-4435-a424-2126c3ca5bbe.png?v=1775040060","url":"https:\/\/haoyuefinewine.com.au\/products\/1987-chateau-ausone","provider":"HaoYue Fine Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}