Château Lafleur – Pomerol – Red – 2001:

 

Château Lafleur: The Collector’s Pomerol Icon

Château Lafleur stands as a private legend on the Pomerol plateau, a micro-estate of only 4.5 hectares that consistently produces one of Bordeaux’s most profound and age-worthy wines. Its unique terroir of gravelly clay and sand, combined with a distinctive blend, sets it apart as a true collector’s item.

Tasting Profile & Terroir Signature

The unusual blend-featuring nearly equal parts Merlot and the local Cabernet Franc (known as ‘Bouchet’)-gives Lafleur its signature complexity and longevity:

• **Appearance:** Deep, saturated black-red, hinting at its concentration.
• **Nose:** Brooding and complex, featuring intense notes of black truffle, graphite, ripe black cherry, violet, and exotic spice.
• **Palate:** Full-bodied and authoritative, yet surprisingly velvety. The tannins are fine-grained and silky, providing a monumental structure that promises decades of evolution. The finish is long, mineral-driven, and utterly compelling.

Serving & Pairing Excellence

Decant younger vintages for 2 to 4 hours to allow the perfume to open. Serve ideally at 60-63°F (15.5-17°C). This wine demands the finest food pairings.

Pomerol 2001
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