Château Feytit-Clinet, Pomerol, Bordeaux, 2018
The beginning of the trio of recent high quality vintages 2018, 2019 and 2020. These can be tucked away for many years or enjoyed now with a decent decanter. A very good vintage with extraordinary wines of character. The wines are dark in color, with concentration, opulent textures, silky tannins, and purity. High in alcohol, and equally high in acidity, there are many wines from 2018 that are the best ever from several chateaux. The top wines come from St Estephe, Pauillac, St, Julien, the Cantenac plateau of Margaux, Plateau of Pomerol and the limestone plateau of St. Emilion.
| Body | Full-bodied |
|---|---|
| Colour / Style | Red |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Blend | 92% Merlot / 8% Cabernet Franc |
| Pack detail | 75cl |
| ABV | ABV 15% |
£85.00
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Situated on the western part of the plateau in the Pomerol wine appellation in Bordeaux, Château Feytit-Clinet belonged to the stable of Moueix family wines until 1999. Jeremy Chasseuil arrived at Château Feytit-Clinet in time for the stunning 2000 vintage. Previously a wine-maker at Château La Dominique, his efforts since have resulted in some very impressive wines. Soils here are rich in clay which favours the Merlot grape rather than the Cabernets, and Jeremy has exploited them perfectly to produce succulent wines, never over-extracted, and full of charm and distinction.
This has been made with precision and care – it’s understated but with so much to enjoy having Pomerol typicity but with elegance and not the creaminess of some, more dried herbs and spices and again in pencil lead territory, but with great juice running through with cassis fruits and a wonderful lift at the end. I just love this estate and this is delicious stuff from Jeremy Chasseuil.
Drinking Window 2026 – 2038 // Jane Anson 94/100
This 6.68-hectare vineyard is situated between Trotanoy and Latour à Pomerol on gravel and sand-based soils. Average vine age is 34 years, and yields were 45 hectoliters per hectare. It is aging in 70% new and 30% second year barrels, where it will stay for an estimated 16 months. The wine has 14.9% alcohol and is blended of 92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc. Deep purple-black colored, the 2018 Feytit Clinet is a little shy to begin, unfurling to reveal wild blueberries, warm plums and black cherries with hints of violets, iron ore, pencil shavings and damp soil. Full-bodied, rich and concentrated, it has a firm, velvety texture and bags of opulent fruit, finishing earthy. About 18,000 bottles will be made. Robert Parker 93/100
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