Château L'Eglise-Clinet 2022

Pomerol AOC

/ 5 ( reviews)

97pts, Decanter, 2023
97-98, James Suckling, 2023
18, Jancis Robinson, 2023
98-100, Neal Martin, 2023

L’Eglise-Clinet is a real Pomerol-lover’s Pomerol – one that beats far more expensive wines in blind tastings. With scores of 98-100 from Neal Martin (Vinous), 97 from Decanter and 97-98 from James Suckling, 2022 upholds that standard with ease.

Beyond the Label

Tasting notes

Crunchy black fruit, plums, ripe rounded tannins, freshness, powerful

Aroma

Dried flowers, chocolate-covered cherries, baked plums, spice, anise

Allergy information

Contains sulphites

More information

Red - Medium Bodied
Merlot Based Blend
France
Deep garnet purple

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750.00 ml
31 December, 2052

Pomerol is the world capital of Merlot; a tiny, clay-rich appellation of Bordeaux, home to some of the finest and most sought-after wines in the world, such as £2000 a bottle Château Pétrus. There are no Grand Cru classifications here. The appellation is so small that quality is uniformly phenomenal – the name “Pomerol” is enough. But certain châteaux still stand over the rest for quality. L’Eglise-Clinet does that vintage after vintage, consistently scoring higher in blind tastings than more expensive rivals. Looked after by Denis Durantou, it’s a triumph of old vines, superb terroir and note-perfect winemaking. Its concentrated black fruit and spices will continue to unfurl for decades, richly rewarding those with patience.

"A delicious take on the vintage. Power and seduction delivered delicately with purity and refinement" Georgina Hindle
97 Points, Decanter