"A powerful, virile 2011 that reveals a ruby/purple color, great richness, fleshy, with notes of coffee, black cherry liqueur and spice, and a full-bodied palate. It will benefit from another 3 to 4 years of cellaring, and should keep for more than 15 years." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker). The neighbor of Pétrus and Lafleur delights us with this 2011 vintage. Delivery in wooden cases for orders of 6 bottles of this wine.
Features
Estate
Château Gazin
Vintage
2011
Designation
Pomerol
Region
Bordeaux
Grape varieties
86% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon
Terroirs
sand and gravel on clay subsoil
Viticulture
reasoned cultivation
Harvest
manual
Winemaking
maceration from 20 to 30 days depending on the vintage, temperature-controlled fermentation in cement and stainless steel vats
Breeding
15 months in new barrels (45%), with the remainder in barrels of one wine.
Alcohol content
13,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
brilliant, dark burgundy colour
Nose
powerful, with red and black fruit aromas: cherry and blackberry, blackcurrant, lightly toasted, vinous, peppery, with a touch of caramel
Mouth
silky, fairly full-bodied, good length, with a tannic but not aggressive finish that will soften with age.
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
1h before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2026
Production
74,000 bottles
Food and wine pairing
Enjoy with red meats, game or a platter of mature cheeses...
Château Gazin
Pomerol
Expert opinion
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2014 guide) 17/20 (benchmark wine)
Estate rated (2017 guide) 3*Stars (High-quality production that can serve as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
A racy nose of black fruits and peony, with a silky, refined texture and depth on the palate.
About the domain :
With its 24 hectares, Gazin is one of the great estates on Pomerol's mythical plateau, and more than a single block it faces Petrus. The de Bailliencourt family is putting all its energy into bringing this family cru to the top of the Pomerol hierarchy.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine rated (2015 guide) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
About the wine:
One of Pomerol's most famous crus, formerly owned by the Hospitaliers de Saint-Jean-de-Jérusalem, it joined the Bailliencourt family in the early 20th century. It's also one of the largest, with 26 hectares in a single block on a superb clay-gravel terroir, producing Pomerols of great classicism. Although it doesn't match some of its recent predecessors, starting with the remarkable 2010, the 2011 is a fine example. The color is an attractive deep purple. Still in its infancy, the nose blends berries, toast and a hint of spice. The palate, initially supple and fine, evolves towards greater robustness, carried by solid, very tight tannins. Austere for the moment, it has yet to reveal itself, so be patient...
Guide des Vins Gault & Millau
Rated 16/20 (Very good)
About the wine:
One of Pomerol's largest estates (24 ha) and a consistent producer. The elegant nose reveals notes of violet, cedar wood and raspberry. The palate is tasty and full-bodied, with good length, juicy cherries and sweet spices. Beautiful balance.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Rated 93+/100 (Wonderful wine)
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
A powerful, virile 2011 that reveals a ruby/purple color, great richness, fleshy, with notes of coffee, black cherry liqueur and spices, and a full-bodied palate. It will benefit from a further 3 to 4 years of cellaring, and should keep for over 15 years.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2015 guide) 15/20 (Good wine)
Estate rated (2017 guide) 1*Star (Stars in the making or quality winemakers with good production levels, you won't be disappointed when you taste the wines from these estates)
About the wine:
The 2011 is built on fine tannins and good substance without exuberance.
About the domain :
Gazin is the largest of Pomerol's top crus, with 24 ha situated on the clay-gravel terroirs of the plateau. Here, Nicolas de Bailliencourt consistently produces an excellent wine with a classic structure and no stylistic effects, which ages admirably. The latest vintages are particularly convincing, and Gazin has established itself as a safe bet, at prices that have remained reasonable.
Wine Spectator
Rated 89/100 (Very good wine)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
4/5
out of 8 reviews
Note and review by M. ARNALDO T. Published on 29/01/2015
a great wine as it should be
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Note and review by M. PAUL OLIVIER P. Published on 04/10/2022
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Note and review by M. CHARLES T. Published on 11/05/2021
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Note and review by M. BENOIT S. Published on 08/04/2018
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Note and review by M. LOIC G. Published on 23/01/2018
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Note and review by M. FRANCOIS P. Published on 11/05/2017
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Note and review by M. OLIVIER C. Published on 09/03/2017
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Note and review by M. ROGER G. Published on 16/10/2016
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