2002 Chateau L'Eglise Clinet Pomerol

Small is beautiful at this tiny estate. Look to L'Eglise-Clinet for rich, classy wines made from a high percentage of Merlot vines planted on the Pomerol plateau. In spite of its often exotic aromas of black raspberry, mocha and caramel, this is rarely a heavy wine and has the density and balance for extended aging. Old vines (between 55-65 years) allow for plenty of concentration in young wines. The natural slope of the vineyards, in combination with clay and gravel soils, allows for optimal drainage and the ability to withstand rainy vintages.

Small is beautiful at this tiny estate. Look to L'Eglise-Clinet for rich, classy wines made from a high percentage of Merlot vines planted on the Pomerol plateau. In spite of its often exotic aromas of black raspberry, mocha and caramel, this is rarely a heavy wine and has the den... more