Château Clinet, Pomerol
    Château Clinet

    Château Clinet, Pomerol, 1998

    90/100
    Robert Parker Wine Advocate
    88/100
    Vinous
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    1. Last Few

      1998

      12x75cl

      DP

      £2,379.88

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    Critic Reviews

    88/100
    Neal 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
    90/100
    Robert 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

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    Specifications

    Country:
    France
    Region:
    Bordeaux
    Appellation:
    Pomerol
    style:
    Red Wine
    Grape Variety:
    Merlot Cabernet Franc
    abv:
    13.5%

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