Chateau La Pointe Pomerol 2021
Country
France
Region
St. Emilion
Producer
Chateau de Valois
Grape(s)
Merlot (77%)
Cabernet Franc (19%)
Cabernet Sauvignon (4%)
Type
Red
Style
Smooth
Oaked Style
Oaked
Body Style
Medium bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Not applicable
Alcohol Content
13.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
No
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
There are three distinct `terroirs` of St Emilion; limestone on the raised vineyard areas, clay more predominant on the slopes and gravel and clay combined on the plateau.
Pomerol is located in the east of the Bordeaux region, near Saint-Émilion, in the area known as the Libournais – the town of Libourne sits just to the south of Pomerol.
Producer
In 1886, Mrs Marie-Amelie de Nabineau, friend of the owner at that time, M. Leydet, gave the name `De Valois` to the estate. Interestingly, since that time a woman has always inherited the property. This tiny estate only covers some 7 hectares, consisting of 30 year old vines, and situated on the gravelly hill of Pomerol. In addition there are some plots from the south of Pomerol, where gravel soils are mixed with sand.
Tasting Notes
A beautiful Pomerol. This has intense raisiny richness from a blend of 77% Merlot that is balanced by a backbone of 4% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Cabernet Franc. Lower yielding vignes give intense rich fruit and lower volumes which are beautifully enhanced by aging in new oak barrique. Subtle flavours of plum, red berry and liquorice on the palate are nicely balanced with long and complex soft tannins.
Food
Perfect with roasted game.
