Pomerol 2018

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau La Fleur de Bouard 2018 Lalande de Pomerol wie folgt:

This is always an impressive selection of old vines that delivers depth and authenticity. Full and layered with fantastic fruit and polished tannins. Mushroom and bark undertones. Dense and energetic.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Fleur de Bouard 2018 Lalande de Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 La Fleur de Boüard displays pronounced scents of baked blackberries, black cherry coulis and tilled soil with hints of kirsch, dried herbs and fungi. Medium to full-bodied with generous black fruits and a soft texture, it has just enough freshness and an earthy finish. The blend here is 85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Siaurac 2018 Lalande de Pomerol wie folgt:

Very fine and polished with integration and finesse to the tannins. Lovely fruit.





 

 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Lagrange 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is linear and tight with a very compact palate of ripe fruit and fine-grained tannins that together deliver a racy and polished young wine.




James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Lagrange 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This has a notable tobacco and bay leaf profile out front, followed by bramble-textured, gently mulled plum and black cherry fruit.




Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Lagrange 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Lagrange (Pomerol), made from 100% Merlot, has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and opens with understated red and black cherries, baked plums and mulberries scents giving way to expressive camphor, wild thyme, cracked pepper and damp soil notes. Medium-bodied, the palate is firm and grainy with freshness and restraint, giving glimpses at provocative earthy layers to come, finishing minerally.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Lagrange 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Lagrange (Pomerol) is a racy, polished Pomerol that will drink well with minimal cellaring. A rush of sweet red cherry, raspberry jam, white flowers, mint and sweet spice gives the 2018 much of its immediacy and allure. Medium in body, with lush fruit and silky tannins, Lagrange is another compelling, modestly priced wine in this vintage. I loved it.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Lagrange 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
100% Merlot von einem 9 ha grossen Terroir. Mittlere bis volle Dichte, die Nase zeigt sofort etwas vegetabile Noten, Paprika, Holunderstrauch. Im Mund mittelgewichtig, etwas austrocknendes Tannin. Ein wenig Frucht kommt durch. Leider ein wenig unaufregend. und vergibt ihm 88-90 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Vieux Maillet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Lots of bright and luscious fruit here with fantastic crushed-raspberry and blueberry character. Full body, smooth and refined tannins and a long and beautiful finish.



Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Vieux Maillet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Vieux Maillet is a powerful, dense Pomerol endowed with striking depth. Crème de cassis, chocolate, sweet spice and new leather are pushed to the foreground. Despite its considerable richness and size, Vieux Maillet has quite a bit of energy as well as supporting structure and persistence. The 2018 is a big, rich wine, but it is also impeccably balanced. Tasted three times.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Montviel 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Blueberries and slate with hints of lavender and rosemary. Full body and firm, silky tannins. Chewy finish. Best ever?




Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Montviel 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 Montviel leaps from the glass with bold black cherries, black raspberries and warm red plums scents plus touches of garrigue, lavender, Sichuan pepper and tree bark. Full-bodied, rich and opulent, it delivers wonderfully ripe, plush tannins and a long pepper-laced finish.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Montviel 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Montviel is a lush, forward Pomerol that will drink well with minimal cellaring. Black cherry, chocolate, leather, spice and menthol infuse this creamy, racy Pomerol. The 2018 is not especially complex, but it is tasty. Tasted two times.


CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Montviel 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
Dichter Kern, schöne satte Frucht am Gaumen, fleischig mit reifem zupackendem Tannin, balancierte Säure, eher kräftiges und würziges Finale. und vergibt ihm 90-92 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Plince 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A wine with lovely depth of fruit and ripeness, yetalways refined and integrated with ripe fruit, fresh acidity and a long and satisfying finish. Could be best ever.



James Mothels vom Winespectator bewertet den Chateau Plince 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Warm and steeped in feel, with fig, blackberry and plum fruit notes, layered with tobacco and warm earth details. A strong showing.




Lisa Perrotti Brown vom Wine Advocate bewertet den Chateau Plince 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Made from 79% Merlot and 21% Cabernet Franc, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Plince opens with cedar, unsmoked cigars and smoked meats suggestions giving way to baked plums, blackberry pie and black raspberries plus wafts of Ceylon tea, hoisin and Sichuan pepper. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has wonderful richness and depth with loads of exotic spice and savory layers contained in a beautifully plush texture, finishing long.



 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Lafleur-Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Another tight and solidly structured Pomerol with dark-berry, chocolate and hazelnut character. Full-bodied yet reserved and polished. Serious is all I can say.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Lafleur-Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The dark plum and cherry preserve flavors are fleshy in feel, with singed cedar and tobacco notes filling in through the finish. A touch woodsy in the end, but there's enough fruit to soak that up.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Lafleur-Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Lafleur-Gazin (100% Merlot) delivers compelling scents of violets and lavender interspersed with warm plums, baked cherries and blueberry compote with suggestions of tar, sandalwood and tobacco. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is reserved with lovely savory layers and a firm, grainy frame, finishing with great freshness.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Lafleur-Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Lafleur-Gazin is a wine of tremendous immediacy and appeal. Nothing really stands out, rather it is the wine's exceptional balance and overall harmony that leave a deep impression. Silky tannins wrap around a core of bright red cherry, raspberry, rose petal, mint and cinnamon in a gracious, mid-weight Pomerol that is all seduction.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Lafleur-Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
100% Merlot von einem 8,5 ha grossen Terroir. Gute dichte Struktur, die Nase ist etwas zurückhaltender als noch beim Plince, dennoch kommt genügend Frucht rüber. Am Gaumen voll, mit guter Dichte, das Tannin ist reif und geschliffen, sehr harmonisch abgestimmt, dennoch auf der mittelgewichtigen Seite. Gutes klares Finale. und vergibt ihm 90-92+ Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Bourgneuf 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A very dense and layered young wine with lots of fruit and density. Yet, it remains agile and fresh, because of the bright acidity and fresh finish. Potent.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Bourgneuf 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The deliciously ripe and juicy red currant, plum and raspberry fruit is well-knit, revealing hints of tobacco, singed chestnut and cast iron in the background. Shows lots of range and drive, with serious grip on the finish.


Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Bourgneuf 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Bourgneuf has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and leaps from the glass with vibrant kirsch, blackberry pie and crushed plums notions followed by hints of chargrilled meats, fertile loam, truffles and black pepper. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has an intense core of black fruits and savory layers, framed by rounded tannins and loads of freshness, finishing on a meaty note.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Bourgneuf 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Bourgneuf is another modestly-priced Pomerol that is absolutely delicious in 2018. Ripe, creamy and inviting, with a bit more depth than is often the case, Bourgneuf offers terrific immediacy and sheer appeal while retaining its mid-weight structure and sense of classicism. Sweet floral and spice notes add lift to a core of sweet red berry fruit in this very pretty, gracious Pomerol. Tasted three times.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Bourgneuf 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
80 Merlot 20 Cabernet Franc von einem 9 ha grossen Terroir. Mittlerer bis voller Körper. Die Nase ist klar offen von fruchtigen Noten dominiert, Kirsche, Himbeere und etwas Cassis. Im Mund mit feiner Eingangssüsse, sehr weiches harmonisches Tannin. Am Gaumen ist er frisch und elegant, sehr balanciert. und vergibt ihm 92-94 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau La Pointe 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a very solid La Pointe with tight and powerful tannins, backing up the ripe and dark fruit. Big, full and juicy.




James Mothels bewertet den Chateau La Pointe 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Cassis and cherry preserve flavors are flanked by apple wood and anise notes, with a light sanguine hint on the finish.




Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Pointe 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Composed of 74% Merlot and 26% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 La Pointe has a deep garnet-purple color and quite a cedary nose to begin over a core of warm black cherries, blackberry pie and spice cake plus nuances of mossy bark, pencil shavings and smoked meats. Medium to full-bodied, it has a firm, chewy texture and soft freshness enveloping the muscular, savory layers, finishing a little drying.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Feytit Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is tight and chewy with a lightly angular and citrusy undertone to the firm tannins and dark fruit. Walnut and almond undertones with some coffee.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Feytit Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This 6.68-hectare vineyard is situated between Trotanoy and Latour à Pomerol on gravel and sand-based soils. Average vine age is 34 years, and yields were 45 hectoliters per hectare. It is aging in 70% new and 30% second year barrels, where it will stay for an estimated 16 months. The wine has 14.9% alcohol and is blended of 92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc. Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 Feytit Clinet is a little shy to begin, unfurling to reveal wild blueberries, warm plums and black cherries with hints of violets, iron ore, pencil shavings and damp soil. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, it has a firm, velvety texture and bags of opulent fruit, finishing earthy. About 18,000 bottles will be made.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Feytit Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Proprietor Jeremy Chasseuil turned out another gorgeous wine at Feytit-Clinet. Although the 2018 does not have the explosive energy of some past vintages, in exchange it will drink well with minimal cellaring. Cedar, tobacco, gravel, dried flowers, mint, spice and incense build as this richly textured, layered Pomerol shows off its class. As always, Feytit-Clinet is one of the most virile, potent wines of Pomerol and all of Bordeaux, for that matter. The blend is 92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc. Tasted three times.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Feytit Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
Recht dicht und kraftvoll, am Gaumen viel saftige und fleischige Frucht, super reifes Tannin mit toller Struktur. Sehr sauberes und langes Finale. und vergibt ihm 92-94+ Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is very tight and polished with a compact and beautiful palate of blackberries, currants and black olives. Full-bodied yet structurally solid with a very long finish.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Dark plum and blackberry reduction flavors pick up light ganache and licorice snap notes along the way. Has the vintage's grip on the back end, giving this a serious feel.




Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Gazin (composed of 93% Merlot and 7% Cabernet Franc) has quite an earthy/broody nose to begin, with subtle black soil, tar and chargrill notes giving way to a core of prunes, baked blueberries and sauteed herbs. Full, muscular and chewy in the mouth, it has loads of earthy layers and a dried herbs lift on the finish.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Gazin 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Gazin was impressive all three times I tasted it. Powerful and vibrant, with terrific persistence, the 2018 has more than enough supporting structure to balance the natural richness of the year. Grilled herbs, scorched earth, iron, licorice, mint and dried flowers give the red/purplish toned fruit a decidedly savory dimension that is hugely attractive. Some samples showed quite a bit of tannin, but the wine has more than enough breadth to develop beautifully during elevage and beyond. Tasted three times.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Petit-Village 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The beautiful depth of fruit is very impressive with a fantastic center palate of full fruit, yet so agile and floating on the palate. The fine-grained tannins kick in at the end. Very fresh and racy.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Petit-Village 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Very solid, featuring a core of plum and raspberry fruit flavors carried by iron-tinted structure, ending with a grippy edge that will need a little taming through the elevage. Well-built though.



Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Petit-Village 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Petit-Village offers striking depth and textural richness, all in a mid-weight style that is undeniably appealing. Dark red cherry, tobacco and cedar add nuance, with an added touch of savory complexity from the Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. The finish is a bit tight at present. Hopefully elevage will take care of that. Half of the estate is farmed biodynamically. Yields are 23 hectoliters per hectare, which is about a third less than normal. Mildew was an issue, but according to Technical Director Diana Berrout-Garcia the drying northerly winds were an even more determining factor in reducing the crop. The blend is 72% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.


 

 

James Suckling bewertet den Clos L Eglise 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Fantastic depth of fruit to this young wine with crushed-berry, tile and stone character. Full-bodied with superb structure. Polished yet intense tannins. Powerful finish. Best ever?




Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Clos L Eglise 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Clos l'Eglise is a final blend composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc; the Merlot was harvested September 19-20, and the Cabernet Franc was harvested on October 10. Deep garnet-purple colored, it explodes on the nose with bold, expressive plum preserves, blueberry compote, mincemeat pie and sandalwood with nuances of lilacs, woodsmoke, Indian spices and dusty soil. Full-bodied, rich, velvety and decadently fruited in the mouth, it offers layer upon layer of voluptuous fruit, finishing long and spicy.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Clos L Eglise 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Clos L Eglise is a powerful, brooding wine with a huge core of super-ripe, dense fruit and equally imposing tannins. In 2018, heat and mildew impacted yields and resulted in a big, rich wine. Dark cherry, graphite, plum, mineral, spice and licorice add to an impression of brooding power. It will be interesting to see what elevage does here. Today, Clos L Eglise is a real powerhouse. The blend is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a young red that really grows on the palate with so much dark fruit and firm yet luscious tannins. Full-bodied, it grows and grows on the palate. Extremely long and vivid. Solid as a rock. 15 per cent cabernet sauvignon, the rest merlot.


Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Clinet begins a little coy and then, with coaxing, opens out to vibrant black cherries, kirsch, baked plums and cinnamon stick scents with hints of cloves and anise plus earthy truffles and fungi wafts. Full-bodied and chock-full of bright, energetic fruit, it has a firm, finely grained structure and long, fragrant finish. The blend is 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Aging is anticipated to last for 16 months in French oak barriques, 75% new.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Clinet is a powerful, explosive wine. Clinet is unusual for Pomerol in that the wine includes a good bit of Cabernet Sauvignon (15% in 2018). Gravel, smoke, licorice, grilled herbs, leather and menthol wrap around a core of plush, dark fruit. The Cabernet is very much felt in the wine's flavor profile and textural weight. Dense, rich and inviting, Clinet is a winner from proprietor Ronan Laborde. Tasted three times.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Very pretty depth of fruit in the center palate of this young Bordeaux with a real sense of finesse and structure at the same time, due to the polished and refined tannins. Extremelylong and flavorful.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau La Grave 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The charming red currant, cherry and plum fruit has a fresh feel, showing ample depth, as tugs of roasted apple wood and iron appear through the grippy finish. A bit backward, but contains juicy energy within.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Grave 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 la Grave is composed of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Seductive notions of blueberry compote, black plums and mincemeat pie waft from the glass with hints of chocolate box, pencil shavings and black tea plus a touch of unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is laden with juicy black fruits and has a firm frame of rounded tannins with plenty of freshness and a long finish with compelling herbal nuances coming through to lift at the very end.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a big wine with a deep and dark center palate of ripe fruit, juicy and polished tannins and a long and flavorful finish, where the fruit and hot-stone character come through so clearly. Solid, traditional young Pomerol.


James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The mulled plum and blackberry fruit has a fleshy texture, picking up tobacco, savory and cedar notes along the way. A warm earth accent fills in on the finish, with the fruit keeping pace. A broad-shouldered wine.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Latour à Pomerol (100% Merlot) is deep garnet-purple colored and offers up beautiful floral notions of lavender and rose hips with a core of black cherries, warm plums and mulberries plus wafts of underbrush, bay leaves and mossy bark. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a muscular core of densely packed black fruits with bright, herbal sparks and framed by firm, grainy tannins, finishing earthy.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Latour a Pomerol is fabulous. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2018 possesses off the charts richness to match its decidedly exotic, opulent personality. Ripeness is pushed to the edge, and yet the 2018 retains striking balance. Inky red fruit, cherry jam and sweet spice notes add to the wine's decidedly flamboyant personality. In a word: Superb.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Latour a Pomerol 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
100% Merlot von einem 8 ha grossen Terroir. Der Kern ist dicht und voll. Die Nase geprägt von dunkler reifer Frucht, Waldbeeren, Brombeere, ganz behutsame Holzwürze. Am Gaumen, fein im Einfluss, mit reifen und dennoch strukturierten Tannin. Bleibt sehr lang am Gaumen kleben, im Finale kommen zart würzige Nuancen hinzu, etwas an Holunderstrauch erinnernd. Blanciert und frisch. und vergibt ihm 92-95 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Certan de May 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The finesse and density to this young Pomerol is certainly impressive with gorgeous plum and floral character, full body and a very long and caressing finish.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Certan de May 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Offers a nice display of fruit, with cassis, boysenberry and plum flavors all wrapped together. The ample structure is polished and integrated. Anise details flash on the finish. Well-built.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Certan de May 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Certan de May is composed of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it sings of red cherry compote, redcurrant jelly and black raspberries with nuances of potpourri, fallen leaves, tapenade and cinnamon toast plus a waft of cigar box. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a wonderfully plush texture and seamless freshness supporting the generous fruit, finishing long with a spicy kick.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Certan de May 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Certan de May is a potent, brooding wine. Elevated ripeness and big tannins are two of the signatures in this decidedly ample, potent Pomerol. It will be interesting to see where elevage takes the 2018. Today, my impression is that Certan de May is one of the more pushed Pomerols of the vintage. Time will tell.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Certan de May 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
70 Merlot 25 Cabernet Franc 5 Cabernet Sauvignon von einem 5,5 ha grossen Terroir. Bei der Beratung dieses Weinguts ist Olivier Berrouet (Petrus) seit dem JG 2014 mit verantwortlich! Kraftvoll und dichter Kern, die Nase ist reich an dunklen Beeren, viel schwarze Frucht, Cassis, Brombeere, etwas rauchiges ist im Hintergrund. Im Mund sehr kraftvoll, dicht, mit reifer dunkler Frucht, das Tannin ist poliert und satt am Gaumen. Gute Anlagen insgesamt, frisch und ausgewogen und vergibt ihm 93-96 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau La Violette 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This depth of fruit here is fantastic with so much berry, fig and wet-earth character, not to mention the mushrooms. Full body and polished, chewy tannins. Long and flavorful finish.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau La Violette 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Lush in feel, with alluring crushed raspberry and plum fruit flavors, inlaid with a black tea hint. The fruit is quite showy, but this remains a bit shy on drive.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Violette 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 La Violette reveals delicate notes of rose hip tea, underbrush and wild sage to begin, opening out to Black Forest cake, plum preserves and blackberry pie scents plus wafts of cedar and cinnamon toast. Big, full and voluptuously fruited, it has a firm structure of plush tannins and background freshness, finishing opulent.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau La Violette 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 La Violette is a heady Pomerol. Crème de cassis, blueberry jam, licorice, lavender and menthol capture a striking interplay of unctuous richness and freshness. Soft curves and silky tannins add to the wine's pure appeal. Although not at all subtle, the 2018 is stunningly beautiful in a modern, sumptuous style that offers tons of immediacy. Hopefully the strong new oak signatures will integrate more fully during elevage. und vergibt ihm 94-97 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Le Gay 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A tight and dense red with depth of fruit and polished tannins that really impress at this stage. It’s naturally refined and complex with so much dark-berry, chocolate, cedar and hazelnut character. Great wine.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Le Gay 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Plum, boysenberry and açaí berry flavors give this a slightly exotic character, with a polished texture and lingering anise notes. Shows latent grip on the finish.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Le Gay 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Le Gay opens with fragrant notes of lavender, oolong tea, baked plums and blueberry compote leading to wafts of red roses, spice cake and fallen leaves. Full-bodied, concentrated and decadently fruited, it has a firm backbone of rounded tannins and lovely freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a long finish.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Le Gay 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

One of the highlights of the vintage, the 2018 Le Gay is fabulous. Crème de cassis, new leather, tobacco, minty and dried flowers all race out of the glass, but what impresses most is the wine's combination of fruit richness and vertical explosiveness. Black cherry, coffee, dried flowers, mint and lavender all soar. Le Gay is rich and concentrated in feel, and yet all the elements are wonderfully fused together. Tasted two times.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Le Gay 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
Dicht und kompakt, etwas zu reife Frucht zeigend, am Gaumen etwas zu schlank. und vergibt ihm 92-94 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Hosanna 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This tension and focus to this is very impressive with a freshness and linear drive that really perk you up. Medium to full body, chewy yet polished tannins and a crisp finish.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Hosanna 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This has a strong tobacco and loam aspect, with lots of black currant, fig and bitter cherry fruit. Shows heft and muscle throughout. Dense and built for the cellar.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Hosanna 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Hosanna is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it is a little closed to begin, giving way to black and red plum preserves, wild blueberries and boysenberries with suggestions of forest floor, bouquet garni and Marmite toast. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers profound, mouth-coating black fruits with firm, velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing with a lingering herbal lift.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Hosanna 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

I expected the 2018 Hosanna to be super-rich and flamboyant, but instead I am quite struck by how finessed it is. There is plenty of depth and intensity in the glass, but at the same time, Hosanna retains a level of both translucence and structure that make it wonderfully complete. My impression is that the 2018 is still holding quite a bit back in reserve, and that is a very good thing.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Hosanna 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
70 Merlot 30 Cabernet Franc von einem 4,5 ha grossen Terroir. Dicht und kraftvoll im Kern, fast durchgängig schwarz. Die Nase ist bisher die dunkelste, mit Holunder, Cassis, Schokolade, leicht teerige Nuancen, irisch Moos, ganz klar von der Cabernetwürze geprägt. Im Mund voll und satt, sehr fleischig, tolle Süsse in der Mitte. Das Finale ist sehr balanciert, Druck ohne Ende, ein Powerhouse, aber mit megapolierten Tanninen. Sehr langes Finale, bleibt super poliert und druckvoll am Gaumen zurück. und vergibt ihm 96-99 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a tannic and structured red with loads of walnut, hazelnut, dark-berry and wet-earth character. Full-bodied yet tight and reserved. Muscular and beautifully formed.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A brick house, featuring steeped currant and plum fruit, scored by tobacco, bay leaf and charcoal notes. A great tug of earth lurks underneath, but there's plenty of fruit to handle it. This is a big one.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Composed of 91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 la Fleur-Petrus has a medium garnet-purple color and opens softly and quietly with perfumed nuances of violets, potpourri, underbrush and garrigue with a core of warm plums, blueberry compote and raspberry pie plus touches of smoked meats and crushed rocks. Medium-bodied, the palate is charged with wonderfully energetic red and black fruits, framed by fine-grained tannins and oodles of freshness, finishing beautifully fragrant.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Lafleur-Petrus is a stunning wine. Creamy, ample and generous, the 2018 has it all. Silky tannins and bright floral notes give the 2018 an air of sophistication to play off the rich, textured fruit. As good as the 2018 is on first impression, it is also magically persistent, with an eternal finish and fabulous balance.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
91 Merlot 6 Cabernet Franc 3 Petit Verdot von einem 18,7 ha grossen Terroir. Der Kern ist dicht und konzentriert. Die Nase ist reich an dunklen Früchten, fantastisch diese etwas verspielte Würze in der Nase. Im Mund spielt er seine Komplexität voll aus. Mit jeder Sekunde schiebt er mehr über den Gaumen, sehr kraftvoll und klar, mit Krokant und gerösteten Nüssen im Finale. Sehr balanciert, auch hier verleiht der Cabernet die Würze. Das Tannin ist super reif. und vergibt ihm 96-99 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau La Conseillante 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a forceful red, showing blueberry and blackberry character with violets and light wet earth. Clarity and beauty with so much transparency and focus. Full-bodied, firm and silky with lots of white-pepper and salt undertones.


Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau La Conseillante 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 La Conseillante is a blend of 83% Merlot and 17% Cabernet Franc, with a 3.65 pH and 14% alcohol. Yields were 32 hectoliters per hectare; Merlot was harvested September 19 to October 1, and Cabernet Franc was harvested on October 4. Very deep purple-black colored, it comes charging out of the gate with energetic notes of wild blueberries, chocolate-covered cherries and warm black plums plus hints of lilacs, damp soil, cardamom and cloves with gentle wafts of cast iron pan and fragrant earth. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the mouth with elegant black fruit and earthy layers, framed by soft, velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long and mineral laced.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau La Conseillante 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 La Conseillante is magnificent. A wine of real vertical lift and explosiveness, the 2018 is distinguished by its spine of energy, freshness and purity of fruit. Inky blue/purplish berry fruit, mocha, lavender spice and mint develop in the glass, but it is the wine's overall sense of harmony that truly stands out. The 2018 showed tremendous vibrancy and vitality, with superb mid-palate richness and phenomenal balance all three times I tasted it. It is without question one of the wines of the vintage. The blend is 83% Merlot and 17% Cabernet Franc. This is the first vintage that includes a touch of wine aged in amphora, just 3%. Don't miss it!

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau La Conseillante 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
Dichter satter Kern, nur leichte Aufhellung zum Rand hin. Tiefer komplexer Duft von reifen dunklen Früchten, zart Florale Nuancen, Süssholz, Vanille, Veilchen. Im Mund reine Seide, die Tannieren bauen sich grossartig auf, schieben immer wieder Ladungen an Frucht über den Gaumen. Und dann diese Balance, diese Frische, fast salzig im Finale. Das ist grossartig. und vergibt ihm 97-99 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau Trotanoy 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is such a pinpointed and precise wine that shows a fantastic center palate of ripe and rich fruit with a combination of chocolate and cedar. Full-bodied, racy and focused. Lasts for minutes.



James Mothels bewertet den Chateau Trotanoy 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Gorgeous, showing hefty structure throughout, carrying waves of tobacco- and charcoal-coated cassis, steeped plum and warm fig fruit. The dense finish is packed together now and seriously long. A very complete wine that helps set the bar in this vintage.


Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau Trotanoy 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
The 2018 Trotanoy is insanely beautiful. Remarkably finessed, and, dare I say it understated, for a young Trotanoy, the 2018 speaks with a regal, aristocratic tone. The classic sense of verticality and depth that is such a Trotanoy signature is present, but I am also very much struck by the level of detail and overall precision in the wine. Dark stone fruit, licorice, gravel and lavender are some of the many notes that begin to develop in the glass, but ultimately, Trotanoy is a wine to treasure for its exquisite balance. und vergibt ihm 96-99 Punkte.

Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau Trotanoy 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Trotanoy is made of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The first sniff and WOW, it gives an incredible perfume of red roses, candied violets, molten licorice and spice cake over a core of plum preserves, raspberry compote, dried mulberries, iron ore and camphor plus a waft of woodsmoke. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is laden with exquisitely polished, beautifully poised red and black fruit layers with loads of mineral sparks, framed by super ripe, rounded tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing very long, culminating in a lingering ferrous note. und vergibt ihm 97-99+ Punkte.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Chateau Trotanoy 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
90 Merlot 10 Cabernet Franc von einem 7,2 ha grossen Terroir. Sehr dicht und kraftvoll im Kern, ein nahezu undurchsichtiger Wein bis kurz vor den Rand. Die Nase zeigt sich komplex, mit viel Tiefe in den Aromen, sie zieht einen in den Bann, reife süssliche Kirsche, Waldbeeren, und Schokolade. Im Mund kraftvoll und dicht, diese unglaubliche Eleganz zur selben Zeit, die Säure ist ultrafein. Und dann dieses kühlende fast salzige Finale, unglaublich. Bereits jetzt ein nahezu perfekter Wein. und vergibt ihm 98-100 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Vieux Chateau Certan 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is a significant VCC with masses of fruit and juicy tannins. It’s fresh, but impresses you with the rich and powerful fruit. A tower of a wine. Incredible depth and density. Thick and muscular. It is 30 per cent cabernet franc, the rest merlot.


Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Vieux Chateau Certan 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Vieux Château Certan is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc. Yields were 40 hectoliters per hectare. The wine has a pH of 3.78, 14.4% alcohol and an IPT (total polyphenol index) of 77. Medium to deep garnet-purple—it has a very vibrant color—it drifts effortlessly out of the glass with wonderfully intense, beautifully delineated scents of red roses, black raspberries, kirsch and Darjeeling tea before the powerful, profound black fruits kick in: baked plums, wild blueberries, molten licorice and mulberries with touches of cigar box, cinnamon stick, tapenade and truffles. Full-bodied, rich, densely packed and revealing layer upon layer of red and black fruits with an incredible array of floral and spicy sparks, it has a high level of super ripe, incredibly fine, velvety soft tannins and fantastic freshness (not just from acid but from bright, crunchy fruit). It finishes very long, marvelously layered and with such jaw-dropping brightness from the fruit, the end is almost electric. Incredible.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Vieux Chateau Certan 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 Vieux Château Certan is a very pretty wine built more on elegance, finesse and aromatic nuance. Relative to the recent past, the 2018 shows a much more mid-weight structure and less of the creaminess of either 2015 or 2016. Much of that is attributable to a blend that includes 30% Cabernet Franc. Lavender, rose petal, mint and blueberry fruit all grace the 2018. Far from an obvious wine, the 2018 is going to need a number of years to be at its best, as it is a wine of total understatement and class. Fine beads of tannin support the understated finish. In 2018, VCC is a wine of refinement and subtlety more than anything else. I don't see the same visceral thrill as in a number of vintages of the recent past. Perhaps that will come in bottle.

CB Weinhandel bewertet den Vieux Chateau Certan 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:
Cuvee:70 Merlot / 30Cabernet Sauvignon Erntezeitpunkt: zwischen 19. September und 9. October Alkoholgehalt: 14.40 Vol.% Ein Merlot Year, der Cabernet Franc hatte perfekte Vorraussetzungen bis zum Ende zu reifen. Dichte und kompakte Farbe mit einem undurchsichtigen Kern. Der Duft ist sehr komplex, reife Schwarzkirsche, Brombeere, Holunder und eine unverkennbare Cabernetwürze, kombiniert mit diese tiefgründigen mineralisch kühlen Minznuance, Im Mund ist der Wein ein wahres Gedicht, so balanciert, frische, sanft und doch zupackend, in jedem Moment mit neuen Aromeneindrücken, das Finale ist so pur, so definiert. Ein schier nicht enden wollende Nachhall. Alexandre Thiempont beschreibt ihn als einen intellektuellen und komplexen Jahrgang, wie es für Ihn der 1945er ist. und vergibt ihm 98-100 Punkte.


 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau L Evangile 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

A very plush and exciting L’Evangile with polished, velvety tannins that set this up to be a classic. It’s full-bodied with glorious fruit and a great center palate that has fantastic depth. It’s so caressing and beautiful. So much here.


Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau L Evangile 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 L'Evangile is composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. The Merlot was harvested September 19 to October 2, and the Cabernet Franc was harvested September 25 to October 1. This is the optimal blend—with more Cabernet Franc coming through this year, since it was amazing. Deep garnet-purple colored, it slips seductively out of the glass with glamorous notes of baked black cherries, warm blueberries and raspberry tart plus wafts of kirsch, red roses, rose hip tea, espresso, licorice and sandalwood. Full-bodied, rich, concentrated and delivering opulent black fruit layers, the palate has a firm frame of lovely, ripe, rounded tannins and seamless freshness, finishing long and fragrant. Beautiful.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau L Evangile 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 L'evangile is shaping up to be exceptional. Rich and sumptuous in the glass, the 2018 exudes richness in all of its dimensions. Opulent and dense in the glass, with soft curves and silky, polished tannins, the 2018 is hugely promising. All the elements just fall into place. Dark raspberry jam, cloves, menthol and new leather are some of the many notes that build in a sumptuous, racy evangile loaded with class and personality. I can't wait to taste it from bottle.



 

James Suckling bewertet den Chateau L Eglise Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

This is incredibly powerful with fantastic depth and length. It goes on for minutes. Full-bodied yet so tight and intense. Blackberries and hints of spice. It has such energy and persistence. It is a wine that makes you really reflect. Bravo. Tiny production.


James Mothels bewertet den Chateau L Eglise Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Lush in feel, with boysenberry reduction and crushed plum flavors, carried by a polished, solid structure. A mineral hint filters through on the finish, adding length and cut.



Lisa Perrotti Brown bewertet den Chateau L Eglise Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

Maintaining freshness in the wine was a priority for Denis Durantou at L’Eglise Clinet. “The pH developed quite quickly,” he said. “We had to test it every day; we had made a conscious decision to pick before it got too high. At a maximum of 3.7 pH, we pick. As soon as we have an evolution—a flavor change—we decide to pick.” Merlot was picked September 18-26 and Cabernet Franc on September 28. The resulting wine has a 3.63 pH and 14.5% alcohol and will be aged in 70% new barriques. A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 L'Eglise Clinet is deep purple-black in color and opens with beguiling truffles, forest floor, mossy bark and black tea scents, slowly unfurling to reveal a core of Black Forest cake, plum preserves, licorice and candied violets plus wafts of tar and cast iron pan. Full-bodied, concentrated and jam-packed with muscular fruit, the velvety-textured palate delivers layer upon layer of savory and earthy accents, finishing with a lingering mineral lift.

Antonio Galloni bewertet den Chateau L Eglise Clinet 2018 Pomerol wie folgt:

The 2018 L Eglise-Clinet is a powerful, tightly wound wine. In fact, it is one of the most reticent Pomerols I tasted, which makes it hard to evaluate today but probably bodes extremely well for the future. Dark and brooding in the glass, the 2018 has too much to offer. A wine of real gravitas and power, the 2018 is likely to need the better part of the next decade to open up, and even that probably won't be enough. Spice, leather, lavender, rose petal and tobacco gradually develop in the glass, but what really comes through is the sheer depth and intensity of the year.


 

Haut Tropchaud 2018 Pomerol

100% Merlot gewachsen auf 2 Ha in unmittelbarer Sichtweite zu Le Pin und Vieux Chateau Certan. Mittlere bis volle Dichte, im Kern schwarz, schöne satte Frucht in der Nase, sehr feine Kirsche, auch hier wurde der Neuholzanteil zurückgefahren, trotzdem findet man diese zart süsslichen Anklänge wieder. Am Gaumen mit Kühle, sehr gute Harmonie keine Spur von Hitze, polierte Tannine, wieder diese unglaublich mineralische Frisch, die nur dieses Terroir im Pomerol bieten kann. Würde man in die Wertung das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis einfliessen lassen, so müsste man deutlich höher punkten.

So ist und bleibt Haut Tropchaud 2018 auch in diesem herausfordernden JG eines der unglaublichsten Schnäppchen.
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