Château Clinet 2022

Pomerol AOC

/ 5 ( reviews)

94-96, Antonio Galloni- Vinous, 2023
94-96, Neal Martin, 2023
96pts, Decanter, 2023
94-95pts, James Suckling, 2023
94-96+, William Kelley - The Wine Advocate, 2023
17.5pts, Jancis Robinson, 2023

An impressive 96 points from Decanter, who described this 2022 Château Clinet as ”streamlined and sleek [with] clear power and concentration. Sophisticated”, while Antonio Galloni says: “Terrific. Vibrant, aromatic and beautifully sculpted”.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Polished tannins, juicy acidity, concentrated black fruits, spice

Aroma

Intense black berries, cherry, vanilla spice, crushed stone

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

More information

Red - Medium to Full Bodied
Merlot Based Blend
France
Deep crimson

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750.00 ml
31 December, 2047

Château Clinet may be a modest estate against the grand Pomerol backdrop, but its reputation puts it alongside the giants of Pétrus and Lafleur. It lies on one of the highest points of the renowned Pomerol plateau. In the 1980s, Jean-Michel Arcaute began running the estate and brought onboard oenologist Michel Rolland. Together they revitalized the estate, introducing hand harvesting, later harvesting for ideal ripeness and increasing the use of new oak. Today, its success continues under the watchful eye of Ronan Laborde. The 2022 is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in oak barrels (80% new). It was the earliest harvest in the estate’s history, giving a refined Pomerol with terrific energy that will age beautifully.

"Streamlined and sleek, silky smooth but gorgeously textured, clean and clear with grip and interest" Georgina Hindle
Decanter, 96 Points