Fleur de Clinet Pomerol 2018
Country
France
Region
Pomerol
Producer
Château Clinet
Grape(s)
Merlot (95%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (5%)
Type
Red
Style
Robust
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
14%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
This tiny region to the east of Bordeaux occupies a clay and gravelly hill and gravels mixed with sand in the south of the commune which runs from Libourne to St Emilion. It is almost exclusively planted with Merlot, cultivated by tiny estates by Bordeaux standards. The intense, seductive, raisiny richness of Merlot is at its most evident in Pomerol.
Producer
Clinet is very much a part of the heritage of Pomerol, thanks to its uniquely positioned terroir and the work of extraordinary people who have built the worldwide reputation of its wine throughout the centuries. Château Clinet is a small Pomerol property that has leapt to prominence in the last 15 years and now produces one of the most sought-after wines in the region. The 9-hectare vineyard is on top of one of the finest plateaux in Pomerol and is planted with Merlot (80%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%) and Cabernet Franc (10%). 1999 marked the purchase of the estate by the Laborde family, but it was also the start of substantial restructuring and replanting in the vineyard, which today is nearing full production capacity.
Tasting Notes
Fleur de Clinet 2018 is swathed in deep shades of ruby. Beautifully aromatic on the nose, it exudes aromas of black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, liquorice and kampot pepper. Its smooth texture displays wonderful energy on the palate, accompanied by flavours of forest fruits and oriental spice. Approachable and intense in its youth, Fleur de Clinet can also be enjoyed after several years of ageing. A favourable vintage with decent yields, consistent quality for both Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon for a fresh structured classy wine. Made with 95% merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and aged for 12 months in both new and second fill barrels.
Food
Pair with vension, wild boar or roast pheasant.
