Château Clinet, Pomerol, 1998

Name: Château Clinet, Pomerol
Brand: Château Clinet
Price: 2379.88 GBP

Available Vintages

all 1995 1996 1998 2005 2009 2016 2024

critic reviews

88/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 1998 Clinet, which was bottled by Ronan’s father just after acquiring the property, has a deep garnet core with a tawny rim. Now at 20-years old it has a well-defined bouquet with brambly red fruit, briary and pressed flowers, perhaps without the presence of fruit that I was expecting. The palate is medium-bodied with a sappy black fruit opening, quite assertive on the entry with a sweet core of fruit. It just cuts away a little quickly compared to more recent vintages. Tasted at the château.

DRINKING WINDOW 2018 - 2024

date of review 05/2018

90/100Robert Parker,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

I had high hopes for this wine prior to bottling, but Clinet often goes through a reduced, awkward stage following bottling. The 1998 reveals a dense, thick-looking purple color, as well as a closed bouquet. With coaxing, notes of damp earth, spicy new oak, truffles, blackberry and plum fruit emerge. Dense, with jagged tannin, considerable power, and a roasted, chocolatey character, this wine has not yet meshed together. I had hoped it would be less disjointed, but I still feel there is a strong likelihood that it will deserve an outstanding score. However, patience will be required. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020.

DRINKING WINDOW 2008 - 2020

date of review 04/2001