“The 2011 La Fleur de Bouard is a rich, full-bodied, ripe, heady, satisfying effort. Big, chewy and delicious, it showcases super-ripe Merlot picked late from small yields.”
Nestled within the prestigious appellation of Pomerol, this revered vineyard stands as a testament to Bordeaux’s esteemed viticultural heritage. Crafted in the traditional style of Bordeaux’s illustrious right bank, this wine embodies the quintessence of the region, blending 90% Merlot with a subtle touch of 10% Cabernet Franc.
In the glass, it presents a captivating visage—deep crimson with a hint of violet at its core, a visual prelude to the sensory journey that awaits.
Notes of fresh blackberry define an aromatic profile which is clean, fresh and lively, supporting a fine, delicate oak character that subtly respects the wine’s fruit. In the mouth a firm, gripping texture shows off well-incorporated, finely-grained tannins to impart an attractive balance. This wine is fresh, with a long and delicious finish.
Deep ruby red with a broad clear wine ring and heavy draping. Aromas of plums, red raspberry nuanced with faint hints of cedar, blueberry, and a floral vibe were pleasant. More than a medium-bodied red wine with good acidity and drying astringent tannins delivered the aromas on the palate.
Producer tasting notes: “A passionate, spirited character with fruity aromas that will blow you away from the very first sip. This wine has undoubtedly inherited its big brother´s elegance, the trademark of this prestigious wine estate.”
– Chateau Rauzan-Segla
47 % Cabernet Sauvignon
45 % Merlot
5 % Petit Verdot
3 % Cabernet Franc
The 2014 vintage is a true representation of the great Médoc style: rich and complex yet displaying good tension and structure with dense tannins and good acidity. The fruits are ripe and intense. The wine coats the palate with elegance. The silky smooth tannins are complemented by distinctive licorice notes. The nice freshness on the finish adds to the overall balance of the wine.
56 % Cabernet Sauvignon
42 % Merlot
1 % Petit Verdot
1 % Cabernet Franc
The fine, silky tannins provide a texture on the palate that is both creamy and persistent. The limestone plateau imprints its minerality and brings liveliness to the palate and a magnificent balance.
The color of Château Pichon Baron 2015 is intense deep garnet red. The nose is expressive and delicate, offering a wonderfully aromatic range of summer berries, black cherries, and blueberries, very lightly underpinned by a toasted spiciness. The attack is mellow and the palate, like the nose, is precise and refined. Well-integrated woodiness and delicate, velvety tannins carried by ripe and generous fruit. The finish is juicy and precise. There is overall opulence and denseness from start to finish.
This wine is harmonious, with an impressive balance between the fruit and the delicate tannins.
Château Pichon Baron 2009 presents a deep garnet red color. It has a wide, powerful, and deep aromatic range with notes of dark fruit such as blackberry. The tannins are fleshy, opulent, and juicy. The palate progressively gains amplitude, becoming elegant, precise, and complete to finish with great complexity and charm. Château Pichon Baron 2009 is a very harmonious wine. It is built to last for several decades while remaining highly accessible.