Château Lafleur - Pomerol - Red - 2016 :

 

Château Lafleur: A Bordeaux Monument from the Pomerol Plateau

Château Lafleur is a revered name in the world of fine wine, a diminutive 4.5-hectare estate in Pomerol that rivals its most famous neighbours. It is celebrated for crafting a wine of exceptional depth, ethereal delicacy, and monumental aging capacity. This is a claret for the cellar and for life's most significant occasions.

The Unique Blend & Notes

Lafleur's distinguishing feature is its high proportion of Cabernet Franc (known locally as 'Bouchet'), which is blended in near-equal measure with Merlot. This creates a wine of singular character:

• **Colour:** A dense, midnight black-red, a cardinal's robe.
• **Aroma:** Highly complex, with a powerful bouquet of black forest fruits, truffle, incense, and the subtle, floral lift of violet from the Bouchet.
• **Taste:** Rich, full-bodied, and beautifully balanced, its texture is one of profound velvet. Silky, refined tannins provide structure without aggression, leading to an exceptionally long, mineral-laden finish. A wine of immense patience, worthy of decades in the bottle.

Service Recommendations

For optimal enjoyment, especially with younger vintages, a 2 to 4-hour decant is highly recommended. Serve at 17°C (63°F).

Pomerol 2016
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