Pomerol
The Pomerol vineyard is based on a terroir with a particular geological composition: a surface of sandy gravel on a clay bed mixed with iron oxides (crasse de fer), which plays a major role in the originality and typicity of the appellation's wines. This geology favors water runoff throughout the year, allowing the vines to flourish.
The Pomerol appellation produces exclusively red wines, mostly from the Merlot grape variety, most often combined with Cabernet Franc, and to a lesser extent with Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Pomerol wines are dense and deep ruby or dark red with garnet highlights. Their aromatic palette features red fruit, violets, truffles and spices. They are also supple and fleshy on the palate, combining finesse and intensity with great tannic power. What's more, Pomerols have the advantage of not only being drinkable young, but also of being able to wait in the cellar for 20 years or more, developing with age bouquets of rare complexity and great finesse. Pomerol is also home to some of the most famous estates in the Bordeaux region, including Pétrus, Château La Conseillante, Château La Violette, Château Lafleur, Château Clinet, Château Beauregard and Château Le Gay.
Pomerol: towns and landscapes :
The commune of Pomerol borders Saint-Emilion to the west and Fronsac to the east. It is unusual in that it has no central village apart from a church. Its scattered settlement is mostly made up of winegrowers' houses. There are very few mansions with so-called "cossue" architecture. Pomerol appellationPomerol, 785 hectares in total, encroaches slightly on the commune of Libourne. Pomerol or an exceptional terroir: The geological history of this terroir is intimately linked to that of the river Isle. Over the centuries, it has accumulated gravel and pebbles, organized into terraces interspersed with thin layers of clay. Added to these superimpositions is "crasse de fer", a kind of ferruginous sandstone formed from wind-blown sands. These elements give rise to a multitude of combinations and wines: - Deep gravel mixed with varying degrees of clay produces round, silky wines. - Finer gravels mixed with sand and a little clay produce slower-bodied wines. - In the south of the appellation, the gravel contains a little limestone and no clay at all. The resulting wines are drier and closer to St Emilion. In blind tasting, they are very close to the appellation's flagship: Chateau Petrus. - To the west, we find a siliceous-gravelly soil with lots of sand and a high mineral and clay content. Pomerols here are lighter, and magnificent to taste in their early years. In addition to soil composition, we need to consider the depth of the water table: the greater the depth, the more concentrated the aromas, and the density of the "Crasse de fer": the greater the density, the more exceptional the terroir. In this way, nuances emerge from the complexity of the soil. The grape varieties grown in Pomerol are predominantly Merlot, followed by Cabernet Franc (or Sauvignon) and Malbec.Pomerol and its great names:
One of the great characteristics of Pomerol wine is that it has never been classified in any way, a situation that has ensured its continued social cohesion. But despite this state of affairs, one of them is universally recognized as standing above the rest: Chateau Petrus and its famous "clay buttonhole". Eternal summit of the pyramid! But on the slopes of the edifice shine wines that remain among the very greats. L'Evangile, Trotanoy, Lafleur, Vieux-Chateau-Certan, La Conseillante, Petit-Village, Certan de Mays and Lafleur-Petrus are just a few examples...Pomerol Bordeaux: a unique brand
In Pomerol wine, we find the Médoc with its finesse and bouquet, Saint-Emilion with its structure and color, and Burgundy with its roundness and joviality. It is them, but above all it is itself, sharing with no other its deep, dark, truffle-accented taste and velvety power. Its quality is fairly consistent, even in bad years. These are long-keeping wines. One of their most original features is excellent maturation: after five years, they have already reached aging perfection. It is therefore advisable to taste Pomerol red wines between five and twelve years of age, at an ideal temperature of 17°c, in association with rather rich dishes.Buy the best Pomerol wines in private sale!
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Clos René - Pomerol 2021
4/5 (1 review)
93/100 Vinous
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92/100 Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego
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91-92/100 Terre de Vins
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91/100 James Suckling
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91/100 Jeb Dunnuck
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90-91/100 Bettane & Desseauve
"Clos René 2021 is a gorgeous, old-fashioned wine with layered notes of black fruit, leather, smoke, licorice and spice. Rustic in the best sense of the word, it's beautifully crafted. This is a classic Pomerol in every respect. There's an authenticity here that I find utterly seductive". (Vinous 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).
Château de Sales - Pomerol 2020
4.2/5 (6 reviews)
94/100 James Suckling
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94/100 Decanter
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94/100 Tastingbook - Markus Del Monego
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93/100 Yves Beck
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93/100 RVF
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93/100 Wine Enthusiast
"Dark purple color with violet highlights and a black core. A wine of great purity, with a refined nose of elegant fruit, ripe blackberries, cherries and plums, notes of chocolate and oriental spices, vanilla and gingerbread, with floral notes in the background, e.g. wisteria and violets. The palate is well-balanced and structured, with ripe, silky tannins, wonderful freshness and precision, fine minerality, ripe fruit and hints of licorice on the finish. Excellent, with convincing length". (Markus Del Monego 2021) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)
Château La Pointe - Pomerol 2020
5/5 (1 review)
95/100 Yves Beck
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94/100 Decanter
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94/100 RVF
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94/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
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93-94/100 Bettane & Desseauve
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93/100 James Suckling
"Superb olfactory intensity that highlights both the charm of Pomerol and the relevance of the La Pointe team's approach, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Nuances of tea leaves, tobacco and mint, while the fruity side reveals itself through dark berry scents. A lot of finesse, precision and temperament in this wine which is, as director Eric Monneret says, a fine synthesis of 2018 and 2019... The best La Pointe the La Pointe team has produced to date". (Yves Beck 2022) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)
Château Mazeyres - Pomerol BIO 2016
4/5 (3 reviews)
94-95/100 Vert de Vin
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94/100 RVF
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94/100 Le Figaro
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91/100 James Suckling
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91/100 Decanter
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91/100 Vinous
"In keeping with the estate's good vintages, this wine is extremely drinkable, with succulent red fruit, little touches of minerality, great florality and pretty violet notes. It's a very pretty, well-balanced wine, with a gourmet finish." (Decanter 2018) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)
Vieux Château Certan - Pomerol 2020
100/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
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99/100 James Suckling
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99/100 Vinous
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99/100 Yves Beck
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99/100 RVF
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98-99/100 Terre de Vins
"An extraordinary effort, the wine is almost opaque in color. Its bewitching perfume offers a bouquet of flowers, black, red and blue fruits, chocolate, spices, espresso and truffles. Incredibly concentrated, yet equally light, the wine is effortless to drink. With polished, velvety textures and fruits that express purity, combined with spices, chocolate, damp earth and sensuality. The finish crosses the 60-second mark and never stops! It's a youthful look at one of Vieux Château Certan's legendary future vintages. If this is your thing, and if you can afford it, buy it now because prices will only go up from here." (Jeff Leve 2023) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected)
Château Clinet - Pomerol 2020
98/100 James Suckling
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98/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
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96/100 Yves Beck
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96/100 Jean-Marc Quarin
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96/100 Le Figaro
" Definitely the greatest Clinet I've ever tasted. Dark, intense, beautiful color. Very aromatic, fruity, ripe and subtle nose. Agitation reveals it to be more intense, creamier and deeper. Ample on the attack, meticulous to the touch yet rich in the mid-palate, with a melting body and lots of flavor, the wine evolves on a beautiful tannic envelope where it never stops gliding. Long, deep, sappy and noble finish. Superb ". (Jean-Marc Quarin 2023)
Les Chemins de La Croix du Casse Pomerol 2018 - Second vin
"The color is ruby. The nose is red fruit (redcurrant, blackcurrant buds) and slightly woody. The attack is silky with a balanced, full mid-palate. The finish is smooth, more or less long, with no bitterness". (La Croix du Casse Estate 2019)
Le Seuil de Mazeyres Pomerol 2020 - Second vin BIO
4/5 (1 review)
Highly committed to the environment, Château Mazeyres and its second wine are certified organic and biodynamic. According to director Alain Moueix, "this method of cultivation ensures the sustainability of the soil, the enhancement of the terroir, and the brilliance and balance of the wines". Seuil de Mazeyres 2020 is a delicious wine offering excellent value for money.
Château Mazeyres - Pomerol BIO 2018
4.7/5 (6 reviews)
96/100 Vert de Vin
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95/100 Anthocyanes - Yohan Castaing
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94/100 RVF
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92-94/100 Yves Beck
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92/100 James Suckling
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91/100 Decanter
"Even in the sunniest vintages, the wines retain an admirable freshness. Mazeyres 2018 is a shining example of this, perfectly in tune with this fruit-first dynamic. Already very appealing, the wine nevertheless possesses real potential for evolution". (La Revue du Vin de France 2023) - Delivery in wooden cases possible for orders of 12 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).
Château Franc Maillet L'Esquive Pomerol 2018
"This great Bordeaux wine has a ruby-red color with black highlights, expressing notes of wood and very ripe black berries. The supple attack is quickly followed by a powerful, concentrated body". (Maison de Luze)
Château La Croix Saint-Georges Pomerol 2019
94/100 The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
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93/100 Yves Beck
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92/100 Bettane & Desseauve
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90-91/100 Terre de Vins
"Seductive nose, cassis perfumed with violets - fruity and floral. Excellent core, juicy and vibrant. It has a pleasing character, quite bright in the glass but still with depth emphasizing black fruit and licorice spice. I like the framing and overall balance. The blue fruits, refreshing elements andfresh acidity of the whole keep it quite lifted with just a touch of austerity appearing towards the finish." (Decanter 2022)
Château Bellegrave Pomerol 2019
93/100 James Suckling
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92/100 Yves Beck
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91-92/100 Vert de Vin
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89/100 Robert Parker
" It's delicious with notes of blackberry and blueberry and a little chocolate. It's medium-bodied with a fresh, smooth finish." (James Suckling 2022) - Wooden case delivery on orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery).
Château Le Gay Pomerol 2017
2*Étoiles Hachette
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96/100 Le Figaro
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94/100 Yves Beck
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94/100 James Suckling
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94/100 Vert de Vin
"A true Pomerol that assumes its power, in a silky case. The nose is warm and sunny, with candied blackberries, blueberries and dried flowers. With aeration, the more muted notes of barrel enrich the whole with pastry and cocoa scents. Superb volume and density, lush and balanced, the palate delivers a deep, savory sap, underpinned by silky, liquorice tannins". (Guide Hachette des Vins 2021 Edition)
Château La Croix du Casse Pomerol 2018
94/100 James Suckling
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16/20 Bettane & Desseauve
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91/100 Wine Spectator
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90/100 Decanter
"Aromas of dried currants, blackberries, violets, licorice and chocolatey orange. Some vanilla too. Full-bodied, with firm, powdery tannins. Fantastic concentration and depth of fruit. (James Suckling 2021) - Delivery in wooden case for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (excluding Point Relais delivery method).
La Gravette de Certan Pomerol 2019 - Second vin
94/100 Decanter
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93/100 Le Figaro
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93/100 Yves Beck
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92/100 Robert Parker
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17/20 Jancis Robinson
"At Vieux Château Certan, every plot has the potential to become a great wine. For example, there are no parcels dedicated to the second wine, while Gravette is made up mainly of the property's young vines. The bouquet has nuances of cherry and spice. Silky in character, the wine reveals itself slowly, displaying its power with delicacy and precision. What a superb level... and it's 'just' the second wine!" (Yves Beck 2021) - Delivery in wooden case possible for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on country and shipping method selected).
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