La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol
    Vieux Château Certan

    La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol,

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    La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol, 2019

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note
    La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol, 2019
    Maturity:
    Keep
    ABV:
    14%
    94/100
    Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux
    This is such a beautiful La Gravette, really one to look out for and recommend. There is lush ripe berry fruit here but also a ton of finesse, and so much Pomerol signature. It will age for a good decade or more, but the plump fruit is already enticing. Unusually this is entirely Merlot, because all the Cabernet Franc is in the main estate wine (and young vines in the world of Vieux Château Certan - that means right up to 25 years old). 50% new oak, 40hl/h. Harvest for La Gravette September 18 to 20.
    Date Reviewed:
    01/2022
    Drinking Window:
    2024 - 2040
    93/100
    Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent
    The 2019 La Gravette de Certan, 100% Merlot, is deep garnet-purple in color. It races out with bright, expressive notions of black cherries, raspberry preserves, and fresh plums with hints of crushed rocks and black olives. The full-bodied palate delivers a lively backbone and nice ripe, approachable tannins with a lifted finish.
    Date Reviewed:
    05/2023
    Drinking Window:
    2023 - 2038
    88/100
    Neal Martin, Vinous
    The 2019 La Gravette de Certan has a blackcurrant and bilberry scented bouquet, red fruit emerging with time with a touch of damp earth. The palate is medium-bodied with some sharpness on the entry, more grip than the La Fleur de Gay, yet it is missing some length on the finish. Tasted blind at the Southwold annual tasting.
    Date Reviewed:
    02/2023
    Drinking Window:
    2024 - 2034

    specifications

    country:
    France
    region:
    Bordeaux
    Appellation:
    Pomerol
    Producer:
    Vieux Château Certan
    style:
    Red
    Grape Variety:
    Merlot Cabernet Franc
    Allergen Information:
    This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.

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    Alexandre Thienpont’s magnificent Pomerol estate is capable of producing exquisite wines; and they regularly do. The elegant structure of the Chateau, covered in ancient wisteria is a fitting building for such an estate. It is understated, but beautiful, just like the wine. The 35 hectares under vine are planted with 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Franc. The parcels of old vine Cabernet Franc add complexity and structure to the velvety textured Merlots and helps this chateau to excel in challenging vintages.

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