Vieux Château Certan - Pomerol

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Vieux Château Certan - Pomerol - 2015 - 75cl - Onshore Cellars

Vieux Château Certan - Pomerol

100 points - The Wine Advocate
99 points - The Wine Advocate
96 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
100 points - The Wine Advocate
99 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
93 points - The Wine Advocate
95 points - The Wine Advocate
92 points - The Wine Advocate
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The 2016 Vieux Château Certan is blended of 85% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple in color, it leaps from the glass with pristine, vivid notions of candied violets, chocolate-covered cherries, blackberry compote and mulberries with fragrant touches of raspberry leaves, crushed rocks, licorice, cumin seed and yeast extract plus a waft of red roses. Medium to full-bodied and beautifully elegant, the palate builds from a quiet intensity to an incredibly well-sustained aria of crunchy red and black cherries notes plus tons of floral undertones, framed by exquisitely soft yet firm tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long with lingering mineral and floral sparks. How does this 2016 compare to the also amazing 2015 vintage? Stylistically they are very different, as my notes on each should convey, but beyond this I am struck by the incredible harmony and seamlessness of the 2016 along with its amazing depth and energy this year. Bravo!
Blended of 80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Vieux Chateau Certan opens with profound notes of blueberry compote, dried mulberries, black forest cake, licorice, violets and garrigue with wafts of black truffles, sandalwood and rose hips. Medium to full-bodied, very earthy/savory and beautifully layered with very plush yet present tannins, it offers lovely freshness and a very long minerally finish. So very Pomerol!
The 2014 Vieux Chateau Certan is a blend of 80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon, picked in three stages: 19-20 September, 29 September to 2 October, and 7 and 8 October. It is endowed with an exquisite bouquet, really one of the best I encountered throughout my tastings: perfumed blackberry, wild strawberry, cold stone and wilted rose petals. Like in barrel, it is not powerful, yet it is blessed with wondrous precision. The palate is medium bodied with crisp acidity and fine tannin, a slightly masculine VCC due to its linearity and precision. There is tension here from start to finish, a sophisticated and cerebral Pomerol that transcends the growing season. It is a totally different kettle of fish to the 2015 (and doubtless the pre-natal 2016). This is unashamedly classic in style, fanning out towards the mineral-rich finish with great frisson and energy. A cellar without the 2014 Vieux-Château-Certan would be a great pity.
The 2012 Vieux Château Certan has a potent, smoke, cooked meat, Cabernet Franc-scented bouquet that is beautifully defined—quintessentially Pomerol. You want typicité? Come right here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, quite gentle as it sashays across the mouth. The acidity is very well judged and leads to an elegant tobacco tinged finish. Alexandre and Guillaume Thienpont have produced one of the finest wines of the Right Bank in 2012, one that is up there with the greats.
The 2010 Vieux Château Certan is deep garnet in colour, and —POW—the nose opens as a complete spice-bomb, featuring notes of fenugreek, cumin seed and cinnamon stick over a core of Black Forest cake, plum preserves and blueberry pie with hints of fragrant earth and crushed stones. Full-bodied, rich and seductive in the mouth, it is laden with layers of black and blue fruit preserves, framed by super plush tannins, finishing epically long and perfumed.
The 2009's nearly 14% natural alcohol, exquisite ripeness, and incredible complex bouquet of Asian spices, fruitcake, licorice, smoke, blackberries and black currants are to die for. A blend of 84% Merlot and the rest equal parts Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, it possesses a viscous texture as well as a freshness and vibrancy that are remarkable given the wine’s weight, richness and potential massiveness. This extraordinary effort is one of the finest Vieux Chateau Certans made over the last sixty years. It will undoubtedly shut down in bottle, requiring a decade or more of cellaring. It should keep for 50 years thereafter. Proprietor Thienpont thinks it is a modern day version of the 1948.
This is a beautiful wine, much more developed and evolved than the 2010, as one might expect, with perfumed notes of camphor, cedar, charcoal, herbs, and black and red fruits. A blend of 70% of Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, the wine has very complex aromatics, medium to full body, outstanding ripeness, a spicy, perfumed character, and light to moderate tannin. It can benefit from 2-4 years of cellaring and should keep for two decades.
A stunning effort from Alexander Thienpont, the 2005 Vieux Chateau Certan (a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc) reveals an inky/blue/purple color along with a rich, sumptuous perfume of black olives, lavender, roasted herbs, licorice, pain grille, and oodles of truffles as well as creme de cassis. In the mouth, hints of chocolate and charcoal also make an appearance along with good acidity, fabulous purity, and a full-bodied, powerful mouthfeel. In keeping with the style of this terroir, the wine is reserved and restrained, but deep. It should develop magnificently, and age for 30-40 years. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035.
This stunning blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc boasts a dense ruby/purple color along with a big, sweet bouquet of black cherries, licorice, roasted herbs, smoke, and cassis. Elegant, medium to full-bodied, pure flavors reveal moderately high tannin, but superb concentration and richness. Vieux Chateau Certan should be one of the longer-lived and most complex wines of the vintage.
A terrific effort, this classic blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a dark ruby/purple color as well as a complex bouquet of cedar, spice box, black cherries, and cassis. With impressive purity, medium body, moderate tannin, and a long finish (40 plus seconds)
A gorgeous wine of grace, elegance, and power, this youthful 2000 will benefit from another five years of cellaring. It appears to have 25 more years of life ahead of it. A deep ruby/purple color is just beginning to lighten at the edges. The bouquet offers up scents of cedar wood, melted licorice, black currants, blackberries, caramel, and mocha. Medium to full-bodied, elegant, and pure with low acidity as well as formidable tannins in the long finish, the 2000 should rival vintages such as 2005, 2006, and 2009.
The 1990 Vieux Château Certan is drinking exceptionally well at the moment, although it does not quite possess the charm of the 1989. There is more primary fruit here than the previous vintage: black cherries, iodine and boysenberry, mingling with clove and tarry aromas that emerge with time. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin. There is similar depth here to the 1989 and yet the finish does not quite deliver the same delineation, although that cheeky dab of kirsch is pure delight.
Type :
Rouge
Pays :
France
Région :
Bordeaux
Appellation :
Pomerol
Producteur :
Vieux Château Certan
Raisins/mélange :
Cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Suggestion d'association :
Lamb, Beef, Venison, Game Birds, Duck, Charcuterie and Cured Meats

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Vieux Château Certan

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Vieux Chateau Certan is a renowned wine producer located in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the...

Vieux Chateau Certan is a renowned wine producer located in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France. The estate has a long and rich history dating back to the 16th century when it was owned by the Demay family. In the 18th century, it was acquired by the De May family, who gave the estate its current name. Today, Vieux Chateau Certan is owned by the Thienpont family, who have been producing exceptional wines since 1921.

The vineyards of Vieux Chateau Certan cover 14 hectares and are planted with a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The soil is a mix of gravel, clay, and sand, which provides excellent drainage and allows the vines to produce grapes of exceptional quality. The grapes are hand-harvested and sorted to ensure only the best fruit is used in the winemaking process.

The winemaking process at Vieux Chateau Certan is a traditional one, with a focus on producing wines that reflect the terroir of the estate. The grapes are fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks before being aged in oak barrels for up to 18 months. The oak barrels used are a mix of new and old, which allows the wine to develop complexity and depth of flavor.

The wines produced by Vieux Chateau Certan are known for their elegance, finesse, and complexity. They are rich and full-bodied, with flavors of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. The tannins are firm but well-integrated, providing structure and balance to the wine. The wines have a long and lingering finish, which is a testament to the quality of the grapes and the winemaking process.

Vieux Chateau Certan produces two main wines, the Grand Vin and the second wine, La Gravette de Certan. The Grand Vin is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, with the exact blend varying depending on the vintage. It is a wine that can be enjoyed young, but also has the potential to age for decades. La Gravette de Certan is a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and is a more approachable wine that can be enjoyed in its youth.

In conclusion, Vieux Chateau Certan is a producer of exceptional wines that are a true reflection of the terroir of the Pomerol appellation. The estate has a long and rich history, and the Thienpont family continues to produce wines of exceptional quality. The wines are elegant, complex, and full-bodied, with a long and lingering finish. Whether you are a wine connoisseur or a casual drinker, a bottle of Vieux Chateau Certan is sure to impress.

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Bordeaux, dans le sud-ouest de la France, est l'une des régions viticoles les plus célèbres, les plus prestigieuses et les plus prolifiques du monde. La majorité des vins de Bordeaux (près de 90...
Bordeaux, dans le sud-ouest de la France, est l'une des régions viticoles les plus célèbres, les plus prestigieuses et les plus prolifiques du monde. La majorité des vins de Bordeaux (près de 90 % du volume de production) sont des vins rouges secs, mi-corsés et corsés qui ont fait la réputation de la région.

Les vins les plus fins (et les plus chers) sont ceux des grands châteaux du Haut-Médoc et des appellations de la rive droite, Saint-Émilion et Pomerol. Les premiers sont axés (au plus haut niveau) sur le cabernet sauvignon, les seconds sur le merlot.

Les rouges légendaires sont complétés par des vins blancs de grande qualité à base de sémillon et de sauvignon blanc. Ces vins vont des blancs secs, qui rivalisent avec les meilleurs vins de la région de Bourgogne (Pessac-Léognan est particulièrement réputé), aux nectars sucrés et botrytisés de Sauternes.
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Pomerol est une petite appellation viticole située dans la région de Bordeaux en France. Elle est connue pour produire certains des vins les plus recherchés au monde, en particulier...

Pomerol est une petite appellation viticole située dans la région de Bordeaux en France. Elle est connue pour produire certains des vins les plus recherchés au monde, en particulier les vins rouges issus du cépage merlot.

L'histoire de Pomerol remonte à l'époque romaine, où la région était connue pour ses sols fertiles et son climat idéal pour la culture de la vigne. Cependant, ce n'est qu'au XIXe siècle que Pomerol a commencé à être reconnu pour ses vins. En 1855, Pomerol ne figure pas dans le célèbre classement officiel des vins de Bordeaux, qui répertorie les meilleurs vins de la région. Cela s'explique en grande partie par le fait que Pomerol était une appellation relativement inconnue à l'époque. Toutefois, cela n'a pas découragé les viticulteurs de Pomerol, qui ont continué à produire des vins exceptionnels qui ont fini par être reconnus dans le monde entier.

Le style de production de Pomerol est unique par rapport aux autres régions viticoles de Bordeaux. Les vignobles sont relativement petits et beaucoup d'entre eux sont détenus et exploités par des familles. Les viticulteurs de Pomerol s'attachent à produire des vins de grande qualité qui reflètent le terroir, c'est-à-dire les caractéristiques uniques du sol et du climat de la région. Le merlot est le cépage dominant cultivé à Pomerol, avec de plus petites quantités de cabernet franc et de cabernet sauvignon.

Les vins typiques de Pomerol sont des vins rouges riches, corsés et complexes. Ils sont connus pour leur couleur sombre et profonde et leurs arômes intenses de fruits noirs, tels que la mûre et la cerise noire. En bouche, les vins de Pomerol sont souvent décrits comme ayant une texture veloutée, avec des saveurs de fruits noirs, de chocolat et d'épices. Les tanins des vins de Pomerol sont généralement doux et bien intégrés, ce qui les rend accessibles même lorsqu'ils sont jeunes.

Parmi les vins les plus célèbres de Pomerol figurent le Château Pétrus, le Château Lafleur et le Château Le Pin. Ces vins sont très recherchés par les collectionneurs et les amateurs de vin du monde entier et peuvent atteindre des prix parmi les plus élevés de l'industrie du vin.

En conclusion, Pomerol est une appellation viticole unique et particulière qui produit certains des vins les plus exceptionnels au monde. Son histoire, son style de production et les raisins qui y sont cultivés contribuent tous au caractère distinctif des vins de Pomerol. Si vous êtes amateur de vin rouge, en particulier de merlot, Pomerol est une appellation à découvrir.

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