2017 Chateau L’Eglise-Clinet, Pomerol 3x150cl

Neal Martin 95

The 2017 L’Eglise-Clinet was picked from 12 to 22 September for the Merlot and on 22 September for the Cabernet Franc. Denis Durantou told me that it is matured in 70% new oak. This has a stunning, mineral-driven bouquet with tightly packed blackcurrant and raspberry fruit, and hints of black truffle that emerge with time. The palate has a satin-like texture on the entry with a fine bead of acidity. This defies the growing season in terms of its concentration with layers of black fruit on the saline finish. It does not quite have the length of the 2018 – but it will give 30 years of drinking pleasure.

Drinking window: 2025-2050

Review date: 01/02/2020