2017 Château La Fleur-Pétrus Pomerol red

Château La Fleur-Pétrus is one of Pomerol's best-known wine estates.  This historic estate, situated exclusively on the plateau, was named in the 18th century for its position across the 'Petrus' and 'La Fleur' localities. Established in Libourne since 1937, Jean-Pierre Moueix realised early on the excellent quality of the Pomerol appellation. Château La Fleur-Pétrus was his first acquisition in 1950.

The personality of Château La Fleur-Pétrus lies in the careful association of the famous clay terroir of the Pomerol plateau. The vineyard, situated 33 to 38 metres above sea level, draws its identity from the nuances of the soil and the elevation of each plot. Plots which, in their composition, are dominated by pebbles, tend to produce wines of great elegance, while those dominated by clay, produce distinctly velvety, dense and structured wines.

A blend of 93% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, the result is a deep garnet colour wine with a shy start to the tasting but opening up to offer aromas of kirsch, black raspberries and ripe plums, combined with nuances of powdered cinnamon, earth and dried lavender aromas. The palate is full-bodied, elegant, with firm tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long and mineral.