Conseillante Pomerol 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Conseillante
Label Name:
 
Pomerol
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Pomerol, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.3%
Grape(s):
 
85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
Antonio Galloni (Vinous) 96; James Suckling 96; Decanter 94-95; Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 95; Jeb Dunnuck 94. Suggested drinking window ~2027–2055

Tasting Note
Perfumed Pomerol of blackberry and raspberry with violet, lavender, graphite and spice. Medium–full, silky texture, bright acidity and ultra-fine tannins, finishing long and mineral-driven.

Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, grilled ribeye, beef tenderloin, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ ribs, soy-braised short ribs, miso-glazed eggplant.

Production Method
Hand-harvested; fermented in stainless steel with temperature control; malolactic in tank; blended (85/15) and aged ~18 months in French oak (≈70% new) with ~3% amphora; light egg-white fining.

Vineyard Info
Historic Pomerol estate (La Conseillante), established 18th century; renowned for elegant, perfumed wines and modernized techniques (temp-controlled vats, selective vinification). Produces Grand Vin La Conseillante and second wine Duo.