Vieux Château Certan, Pomerol
    Vieux Château Certan

    Vieux Château Certan, Pomerol,

    Destination

    vintage

    Vieux Château Certan, Pomerol, 1996

    Justerini & Brooks Tasting note
    Vieux Château Certan, Pomerol, 1996
    Maturity:
    Drink
    ABV:
    13%
    89/100
    Neal Martin, Vinous
    Although this was not a great vintage in Pomerol, Alexandre Thienpont crafted a commendable 1996 Vieux Château Certan. The bouquet is open-knit with black plum mixed with chestnut and Earl Grey. [N.B. some bottles have shown some brettanomyces.] The palate is medium-bodied and underpinned by a fine line of acidity, a decent amount of black fruit tinged with mint towards the rather abrupt finish. Not bad, although the 1995 is better. Taken from the Pomerol book authored by Neal Martin.
    Date Reviewed:
    03/2022
    Drinking Window:
    2022 - 2032

    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.

    Bordeaux

    discover Bordeaux
    Vieux Château Certan

    Vieux Château Certan

    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.

    discover Vieux Château Certan