Pomerol By Clinet 2017
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux - St Emilion & Pomerol
Producer
Château Clinet
Grape(s)
Merlot (95%)
Cabernet Franc (5%)
Type
Red
Style
Robust
Oaked Style
Lightly oaked
Body Style
Full bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
14.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
No
Vegan
No
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
Saint-Émilion and Pomerol sit next to each other on the right bank of Bordeaux. Saint-Émilion is home to some of the most prestigious wines in the world such as Cheval Blanc and Angelus. Only red wine qualifies for the appellation and is predominately made from Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Pomerol is located in the east of the Bordeaux region, near Saint-Émilion. While most appellations are named after a village or town within their boundaries, Pomerol has no such epicentre. Pomerol is an 800ha gravel bank with boasts the famous names of Petrus and Le Pin and produces wines made predominantly out of Merlot.
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
By Clinet Pomerol was created to artfully blend the three different types of terroir that characterize Pomerol. Clinet works with a selection of wine-growers to compose this original wine, including Chateau Clinet. Made from Merlot with 5% Cabernet Franc and aged for 12 months in second use barrels. A deep garnet in colour, with aromas of fruits from the forest such as blackcurrant and plum with a touch of oriental spice, black pepper and Tonka bean. The soft, creamy texture on the palate heralds a cavalcade of ripe fruit, mixed herbs, leather and chocolate with a powerful and smoky finish.
Food
Pair with venison, wild boar or roast pheasant, cheese and charcuterie.
