Chateau Lafleur • Pomerol, France
Château Lafleur by Château Lafleur is one of Pomerol’s most coveted and rare reds, a tiny 4–4.5 ha “boutique” grand vin…Château Lafleur by Château Lafleur is one of Pomerol’s most coveted and rare reds, a tiny 4–4.5 ha “boutique” grand vin planted in an unusually equal mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc (Bouchet) on a complex mosaic of clay- and gravel-based s…Learn More »
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/750ml
2016 Retail Average
98
/100
2016 Pro Rating
Meeting 2016 Chateau Lafleur feels like stepping into a dim, fragrant cellar: blackcurrant and raspberry fruit are etched with rose, dark chocolate and a cool stony edge, all wrapped in ultra-fine, creamy tannins that glide rather than grip. The wine is compact yet floating, with a quiet, coiled power and a finish that trails on in layers of red and black fruit, subtle spice and earthy depth—serious, hauntingly beautiful Pomerol that rewards patience and contemplation.
Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic; Duck breast with cherry and spice; Porcini risotto with aged Parmigiano-Reggiano
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Château Lafleur by Château Lafleur is one of Pomerol’s most coveted and rare reds, a tiny 4–4.5 ha “boutique” grand vin planted in an unusually equal mix of Merlot and Cabernet Franc (Bouchet) on a complex mosaic of clay- and gravel-based soils opposite Château Pétrus. This distinctive cépage and low-yield, rigorously traditional viticulture yield a powerful yet refined wine of great minerality, floral lift, and longevity, often described as among Bordeaux’s most individualistic and ageworthy wines.