2022, Château Lafleur, AOC POMEROL, Magnum (1500ml)Bordeaux Blend: Merlot, Cabernet Franc. Founded by Henri Greloud in 1872, and derived each year from the same small parcel called simply Lafleur on the plateau of Pomerol. Chateau Lafleur is a rare and mythical wine, associating in a singular way power and finesse. Delivers the density and serious character of Lafleur, but while this is deep in colour it is not impenetrable, with more nuance than many, jewel ruby with vibrant reflections. Clear

This cuvée includes some Premier Crus

The palate is medium-bodied with slightly chalky tannins

lots of lees weight

This is the highest level of Cabernet Sauvignon in Comtesse since 2013 when it was 100% Cabernet and you feel it in the character of the fruit

The nuance is beautiful

3% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8

the 2024 Rosé Clos Mireille is all about fine delineation and precision

silky and exceptionally beautiful

The aromatics are a little subdued right now but this has ageing ability and estate signature

the fruit a little riper – ripe citrus and even a touch of just-ripe apricot – compared with the straight Savagnin Ouillé but I can see this is really going to get into its stride as the vines age

This has the grand cru finesse with great depth & concentration

not made in the old oxidative fashion) of Savagnin