| Category: | Red Wines |
| Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
| Producer: | Le Pin |
| Label Name: | Pomerol |
| Vintage: | 2021 |
| Country: | France |
| Region: | Pomerol, Bordeaux |
| Volume: | 1500ml |
| ABV: | 13.4% |
| Grape(s): | 100% Merlot. |
| Acidity: | 4 |
| Tannins: | 3 |
| Sweetness: | 1 |
| Body: | 4 |
| Length: | 5 |
| Aroma Intensity: | 4 |
| Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 98–99; Wine Advocate (William Kelley) 94–97; Vinous (Neal Martin) 94–96. Drinking window commonly suggested 2027–2055
Tasting Note
Aromas of black cherry, plum, violets, black truffle, cocoa and spice; silky, concentrated palate with bright acidity, fine powdery tannins and a long, mineral-tinged finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, filet mignon, beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, truffle dishes. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, braised beef (soy-braised), shiitake/mushroom stir-fries and richer Korean BBQ cuts.
Production Method
Hand-harvested, 100% Merlot; small-batch vinification, aged ~18 months in French oak (reported ~55% new for 2021), minimal filtration.
Vineyard Info
Tiny, iconic Pomerol estate founded late 1970s by Jacques Thienpont; cult status with very low yields (~4–6k bottles). Now part of Domaines Jacques Thienpont (management changes noted 2022).
Le Pin Pomerol 2021
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