Fleur de Gay 2011

Pomerol

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This is a strong effort from La Fleur de Gay, which appeared to have gone through some changes that resulted in irregularity. The gorgeous 2011 is a reassuring example of what this small parcel on the high plateau of Pomerol, planted with 100% Merlot, is capable of achieving. Its dense purple color is accompanied by abundant floral notes intermixed with raspberry, kirsch and blacker fruit characteristics. Medium to full-bodied with sweet tannin, a sweet core of fruit, and a velvety finish, it can be drunk in several years or cellared for 15 or more.

Score: 94 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Date: 01 April 2014

Like its stablemate La Croix de Gay, this once 7.5-acre vineyard has shrunk to only 5 acres after one hectare was sold to the Rothschilds’ Chateau l’Evangile. Consequently, the production of La Fleur de Gay is smaller than ever. The opaque ruby/purple-colored 2011 (100% Merlot) offers notes of mulberries, black raspberries and cassis, terrific fruit, espresso, mocha and coffee beans. Coming in at 13.5% natural alcohol, it should evolve for 12-15 years. (90-93+ Points)

Score: 90 - 93 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2027 Date: 30 April 2012

A pretty red with silky tannins and berry, citrus fruit character. Medium body. Fine tannins. Balanced and delicate. May be better in bottle?

Score: 88 - 89 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Date: 01 April 2012