2007-01-01 09:05:55 · 15 answers · asked by Mr Class 3 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Definitive answer Always consult a vintage chart when in doubt. Decanter.com is a free site and very informative. Cheers
Region 'Vintage Champagne' - Year 1973
Rating Drinkability Style
drink now Enormous crop, some well-balanced champagnes produced
Weather Conditions
The summer was hot and dry, but September rains, which caused some rot, marred a potentially great year.
Best Appellations
See best producer
Best Producers
The crop was enormous, and some vintage champagnes were produced, but they were medium-bodied and well balanced. Although most are probably past their best, Krug is still drinking well.
2007-01-01 12:25:30 · answer #1 · answered by LAUGHING MAGPIE 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok to drink? It isn't going to hurt you, but most likely it won't taste very good. A lot affects how long a wine will last, but how it was stored plays a big part. I'm guessing this wine wasn't stored in a temperature controlled wine cellar.
The champagne recovered from the Titanic was still drinkable, about 100 years old and has been said to be good.
The best way to find out is to simply chill it, open it, smell it, and taste it. If you like it, drink it. If it tastes like vinegar make a salad.
2007-01-01 17:24:33 · answer #2 · answered by Da Answer is 42 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the Champagne is from a quality producer and has consistently been stored in a cool, dark environment while laying on its side; you should have an enjoyable wine. The worst that can happen is that the wine is sour and you would be able to smell and taste this on the first sip.
2007-01-01 17:14:00 · answer #3 · answered by sandiegowinelady 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
well that all depends where and how it was stored but it should be fine .i have had some go bad after 5 yrs and some good after 20 yrs you never really know till you open it just have a spare incase it is no good lol good luck
2007-01-01 17:10:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It should be. I've heard of champagne kept much longer than that.
The only way to know for sure is to open it. :)
2007-01-01 17:11:03 · answer #5 · answered by Emmy 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
YES! chill to at least 38degrees or in the fridge 3 hours in an ice bucket 30 -40 minutes and enjoy! Cheers!
2007-01-01 17:10:53 · answer #6 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
id drink it.Ive drunk cans of beer before that were at least 10 years old,champagne keeps better than beer
2007-01-01 18:19:00 · answer #7 · answered by country_gal1985 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
no it isnt but you could sell it since it was from 1973 for about 30$
2007-01-01 17:09:18 · answer #8 · answered by hot_babygirl 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
It's probably past its prime. Send it to me and I'll check.
2007-01-02 00:40:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Better with age.
2007-01-01 17:26:48 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋