Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | L'Eglise Clinet |
Label Name: | Pomerol |
Vintage: | 2010 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Pomerol (Bordeaux) |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Key scores for 2010 vintage: James Suckling 98; Wine Advocate ~96; Wine Spectator 94–96; Vinous ~94–96. Widely regarded as one of L’Eglise‑Clinet’s top modern vintages
Tasting Note
Deep, concentrated Pomerol: black cherry, plum, truffle, dark chocolate, dried flowers and spice. Full-bodied, lush, with plush ripe tannins and a long, menthol-tinged, savory finish.
Food Pairing
Western: ribeye, roast lamb, duck confit, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu (Cantonese roast pork), Korean BBQ (bulgogi), braised beef with soy and star anise.
Production Method
Traditional destemmed vinification; aged ~18 months in French oak (majority new; ~70–80%). Small-production, high-density viticulture.
Vineyard Info
Château L’Eglise-Clinet (Denis Durantou) is a high-profile Pomerol estate known for Merlot-dominant, powerfully textured wines and meticulous, modern winemaking since the late 20th century.