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Clos l'Eglise 2011

Pomerol

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Another beautiful wine from the Garcin family, Clos l’Eglise, which had been a moribund estate for decades, leaped to the forefront in the late nineties where it has remained ever since. The dense ruby/purple-hued, medium-bodied 2011 possesses abundant notes of sweet black cherries, licorice and plums as well as impressive purity, texture and length. It should be at its peak in 2-3 years and last for 12-15. Usually, this is a blend of 80+% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc.

Score: 93

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2016-2031 01 April 2014

A strong effort from this estate situated near the small church in Pomerol, the 2011 Clos l’Eglise displays a healthy dense ruby/purple color along with fleshy black cherry and black raspberry aromas intermixed with notions of barrique, earth and spice. Medium to full-bodied, pure and savory, this delicious fruit-forward effort reveals surprising flesh as well as length. Drink it over the next 10-15 years.

Score: 90 - 93

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

Tasted at the Cercle de Rive Droite (from new bottles that I requested.) The Clos l’Eglise has a sorbet-like freshness on the nose. It is probably unfair to compare it to the outstanding 2010, but it is certainly lighter and not as complex, yet very well delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with attractive, slightly chewy tannins and very well judged acidity, rendering this a harmonious Pomerol that does not have any intention of outdoing the 2010. It is a little broody on the finish but it should turn out to be a 'solid' Pomerol. Tasted April 2012.

Score: 91 - 93

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

80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. Black core, deep purple rim. Very slight greenness on the nose though it well hidden by riper dark fruit too. Tannins are pretty dry as there's a lack of fruit depth in the middle and lightly bitter on the finish. (JH)

Score: 14 - 15

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2016-2025 23 April 2012

Dark and intense. Oak a touch intrusive but pure fruit behind. Firm, fresh and structured with a good long finish. Definite ageing potential.

Score: 16 - 17

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2018-2030 16 April 2012

This has drive, depth, purity and focus, with plum sauce, raspberry coulis and blackberry fruit melded nicely together and framed by suave toast. Shows a graphite edge that belies the general profile of the vintage.

Score: 91 - 94

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 11 April 2012