Château Gazin, Pomerol, 2023
Subtle aromas of dark berries, cassis, and cherries emerge from a shy nose, leading to a palate where stone-like minerality and bramble fruit blend seamlessly. Firm and compact, the wine’s dense core of fruit is a testament to honest winemaking. Earthy, dry yet ripe tannins contribute to a full-bodied texture, offering a satisfying experience with a touch of rustic charm. Composed of 89% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 4% Cabernet Franc.
critic reviews
Old school, sinewy, finessed, intense, concentrated, black chocolate, slate, crayon, graphite, bilberry. Winemaker Mickaël Obert, native yeast fermentation. The 6th generation of the de Bailliencourt family is now at the estate - Nicolas and Elise.
The 2023 Gazin has a relatively light nose with black plum and briar scents. I would have preferred more fruit intensity, more vigor. The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins. Lovely mouthfeel here, poised and focused with an underlying mineralité that comes through on the finish. What you might call a "capable" Pomerol that I wager will be delicious at several years of age.
A blend of 89% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2023 Gazin has a deep garnet-purple color. It is a touch subdued to begin, needing a little patience to discover subtle notes of redcurrant jelly, fresh plums, and cedar, leading to hints of pencil lead and bay leaves. The medium-bodied palate has fine-grained tannins and bright acidity supporting the delicate red and black fruit flavors, finishing with a savory lift. I like this quiet intensity!
Revealing aromas of dark berries, cassis and cherries, the 2023 Gazin is medium to full-bodied, firm and compact, with a dense core of fruit framed by chewy tannins.