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Clos du Clocher 2019

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyMerlot

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Tasting Notes

From a five-hectare vineyard on the plateau of Pomerol that's predominantly planted with old-vine Merlot (plus some Cabernet Franc from near Trotanoy), the 2019 Clos du Clocher exhibits aromas of cherries, berries and cassis mingled with hints of warm spices, licorice and creamy new oak. Full-bodied, velvety and layered, it's lively and concentrated, with a deep core of fruit and plenty of ripe tannin. This is a fine effort that should reward a bit of bottle age. Drink Date 2025 - 2045

93+
William Kelley, RobertParker.com (April 2022), April 2022

Aromas of blackberries, plums, peppercorns, walnuts and toasted bread. It’s medium-to full-bodied with firm, silky tannins. Excellent freshness with a delicious, creamy and spicy finish. 75% merlot and 25% cabernet franc. Drink after 2024.

94
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, January 2022

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Clos du Clocher needs a little coaxing to reveal subtle scents of black raspberries, kirsch and wild blueberries, before a drop-dead gorgeous perfume of candied violets, cinnamon stick, clove oil, Darjeeling tea and star anise take center stage. The medium to full-bodied palate is very finely knit, with ripe, plush tannins and seamless freshness supporting the elegant flavors, finishing long and fragrant.

93/95
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, RobertParker.com, June 2020

A classy, slightly restrained, yet impressive effort, the 2019 Clos Du Clocher is deep purple/ruby-hued, with wonderful cassis fruits, notes of sappy herbs, flowers, and cedar, medium to full body, ripe yet certainly present tannins, and a great finish. The cellar will be your friend on this one, and I'd hide bottles for a good 5-6 years if possible. It will have 20-25 years of overall longevity.

92+
Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com, April 2022

From a five-hectare vineyard on the plateau of Pomerol that's predominantly planted with old-vine Merlot (plus some Cabernet Franc from near Trotanoy), the 2019 Clos du Clocher exhibits aromas of cherries, berries and cassis mingled with hints of warm spices, licorice and creamy new oak. Full-bodied, velvety and layered, it's lively and concentrated, with a deep core of fruit and plenty of ripe tannin. This is a fine effort that should reward a bit of bottle age.

93+
William Kelley, RobertParker.com, April 2022
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