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THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER: "The wine pops with its nose of chocolate, black cherries, and flowers. But, the best part of the experience is the silky, creamy, sexy textures, and the layers of dark cocoa, and plums. The long sensuous finish is rich, fresh, and supple. This is an insiders secret in Pomerol. The production averages only 500 cases per vintage. If you are a fan of Pomerol, and you want to try something new, check it out. The wine blends 83% Merlot with 17% Cabernet Franc.14.5% ABV, 3.77 pH. Guillaume Thienpont of Vieux Chateau Certan is in charge of the estate. Drink from 2026-2050."
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WEINWISSER: "Imposantes Bouquet mit reifen Kirschen, Himbeermark, Maulbeeren, Cassis und roten Beeren, umrahmt von tiefschürfender Mineralik, die an Silex und geriebenen Gravels (Steinmehl) erinnert. Dazu florale Reminiszenzen. Im Mund sehr linear und präzise, konturiert rassige Eleganz mit griffiger Seidigkeit, präzise umrahmt von reifem Tannin und süßer Frucht, vielleicht nicht ganz so charmant-seidig wie die berühmten Nachbarn. Langes Finale mit royaler Adstringenz und eleganter Rasse. 2029 – 2049."
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THE WINE ADVOCATE: "The best wine that Guillaume Thinepont has produced to date at this small estate is the 2022 Guillot Clauzel, an attractive blend of 83% Merlot and 17% Cabernet Franc that exhibits aromas of blackberries, violets, iris and sweet soil tones. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and polished, with supple tannins and a suave, seamless, perfumed profile, Thienpont's decision to reduce the amount of new oak used to only 30% makes for even greater purity and expressiveness."
