Tasting Notes
Vinous 96
Once again, the 2005 Clos L’Eglise is fabulous. Deep, bold and luscious, the 2005 delivers the goods, and then some. Sweet red cherry fruit, plum, cedar, tobacco, mint, mocha and spice fill out the layers effortlessly. Even with all of its intensity, the 2005 retains terrific brightness and verve. What a pleasure it is to see this juicy, explosive Pomerol in such fine shape. It’s a superb wine from Hélène Garcin.
Anticipated maturity: 2021-2035
JancisRobinson.com 16
Tasted blind. Blueish crimson. Unformed nose. Sweet and embryonic on the palate. Lots of furry tannins impinge on the end. Not graceful yet. A bit St-Émilion modernist in style. Not much follow-through.
Anticipated maturity: 2018-2030
Robert Parker 96
The talented and charming Sylvie Garcin runs this tiny property of 15 acres, planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. The wine is aged in 100% new oak. The 2005 is dense ruby/purple, with notes of smoky barbecue, crushed blackcurrants and jammy cherries, with some licorice and earth in the background (truffle?). This full-bodied, multi-dimensional, full-throttle and concentrated Pomerol is top class. This is a great example of the vintage and of this beautiful terroir not far from Pomerol’s church. Approachable now, it will even improve for another 5-10 years and drink well for at least two more decades.
Anticipated maturity: 2015-2045
