Providence, Pomerol, 2010

Name: Providence, Pomerol
Brand: Providence

Available Vintages

all 2006

justerini & brooks tasting note

The second vintage of this great newcomer is the product of 4 ha, including a small parcel of merlot purchased last year, all harvest in one afternoon on September 17th at a yield of 37hl/ha. The wine shows considerable structure, due no doubt in part to the orientation of the rows, which run east-west in this vineyard, ensuring maximum ripeness in 2006. Deep, dark ruby/garnet hue; a pure and alluring nose of blueberry, fruits of the forest and crunchy blackcurrant, damson and quince, allied with a fresh, creamy texture on the palate. Deep and complex, poised and harmonious, with hints of roasted nuts and black truffle, long and rich with persistent blackcurrant fruit. Tannins are ripe, firm and clean, yet silky and balanced. An outstanding, heady finish that combines richness and mineral complexity.

critic reviews

92/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 2010 Providence has plenty of ripe, almost over-ripe Merlot on the nose, smudged red fruit, maraschino cherries and cassis emerging with time. The palate is fleshy and ripe on the entry, smooth and lightly spiced, hints of Hoi Sin and cloves towards the edgy finish and graphite lingering on the aftertaste. This is a fascinating Right Bank wine. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 10-Year On Bordeaux horizontal.

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date of review 04/2020