Tasting Notes

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Vinous Neal Martin - 30 Sep 22
After a precarious run, the 2001 La Conseillante was as a shoo-in. It has a seductive mélange of red and black fruit, those hints of truffle and white pepper coming through, youthful and brushing off its 21 years effortlessly. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-boned tannins, plenty of crisp black fruit laced with sage and still offering that cheeky soupçon of curry powder on the persistent finish. This is now reaching its peak and is just a lovely Pomerol.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2055
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Inside Bordeaux Jane Anson - 08 Nov 21
A finessed and balanced vintage, this is still full of soft brambled fruits and sculpted fine tannins at 20 years old. So much depth and power, this is utterly gorgeous, stretching out into tobacco and cured leather. Bernard Nicolas was the owner and winemaker at the time, with no outside consultant. Harvest September 22 to 30, 43hl/h yields.
Drinking Date: 2021 - 2040
Pomerol Fine Wine

Pomerol

Pomerol, a prestigious Bordeaux Right Bank appellation, is famous for luxurious, velvety red wines primarily based on Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc. These wines are rich and opulent, with soft tannins and flavours of ripe plum, blackberry, truffle, chocolate, and earthy undertones, featuring a silky texture and lingering finish. Top producers include Château Pétrus, known for its depth and ageing potential; Château Le Pin, celebrated for purity and finesse; and Château La Conseillante and Château Trotanoy, known for elegance and power.