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Fleur Petrus 2011

Pomerol

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Tasting Notes

A medium ruby color is followed by a vivid nose of sweet kirsch, raspberries, flowers and dusty, loamy soil notes. This terrifically scented 2011 is medium-bodied, quintessentially elegant, and loaded with flavor. Obviously, the Moueixs have dedicated considerable time and money to upgrade this terroir as recent vintages have been among the most impressive wines I have ever tasted from La Fleur-Petrus. This relatively forward 2011 Pomerol should drink well for 10-15 years.

Score: 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2029 01 April 2014

Made in a distinctive style, the 2011 La Fleur-Petrus is similar to Petrus in weight, richness and overall personality. A dense ruby/purple/plum color is accompanied by notes of crème caramel, sweet black cherries and raspberries. Medium-bodied, stylish and potentially complex as well as concentrated, it should drink nicely for 15 or more years.

Score: 89 - 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2027 27 April 2012

Tasted at JP Moueix. I left my sample of La Fleur-Petrus to unfurl over five minutes and it was worth the wait. It unfolds with lovely floral aromas: rose petals sprinkled over red fruits and a scent of oyster shell emerging with time. The palate is medium-bodied with fine silky tannins, a gentle but insistent grip in the mouth and a layered cassis and dark plum fruit profile that is elegant and yet powerful. This is another sensual 2011 from Mon. Moueix and his team. Tasted April 2012.

Score: 91 - 93

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 30 April 2012

Vineyard encépagement: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. Smells riper and darker than the Hosanna but still with the Cab Franc freshness showing through. More obviously oaky on the palate than some in this Moueix line up but has the richness of fruit to handle. Good fruit depth with a dry, moreish finish. (JH)

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2018-2030 23 April 2012

Difficult to follow the excellent 2010 but remains true to style. Medium-bodied, fine, fresh and elegant with silky texture and tannins.

Score: 17

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2018-2028 16 April 2012

This is nicely packed for the vintage, with flavors of apple wood, cherry preserves and sandalwood laced with black tea and plum notes on the finish. A step up in range and depth. Tasted non-blind.

Score: 91 - 94

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 11 April 2012

A wine with well-integrated fruit and tannins with chocolate, orange peel and berries. Full body yet polished and reserved.

Score: 92 - 93

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2012