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Clos l'Eglise 2000

Pomerol

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Tasting Notes

Seven years ago I said this was a monumental wine, and at two different recent tastings, it was a true star of the vintage. Its stunning dark plum color offers up notes of caramelized red and black fruits, toffee, smoke, Asian plum sauce, sweet cherries, chocolate, and espresso. Its spectacular aromatics do not disappoint on the palate, as this multi-dimensional, highly complex, opulent wine seems to have hit a magical point in its evolution. Full-bodied, and concentrated, there is no issue with drinking this dazzling effort now, but those who own it can certainly cellar it for another 15 or more years. Bravo!

Score: 96

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 June 2010

The Clos l’Eglise 2000 is a limpid dark ruby colour. The nose is reticent at first so minutes of coaxing is needed but after 30 minutes with exuberant kirsch and orange kirsch. The palate is full-bodied, fleshy on the entry, rounded and voluptuous, creamy in texture: pure black cherry fruits mixed with touches of blueberry and redcurrant. Voluminous on the finish, but backward and sultry at first but the opening up to reveal kirsch, orange zest and cassis. It just lacks a little definition on the finish when compared to other propitious vintages such as the 2005 and 2009. Tasted May 2009.

Score: 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 May 2009

Fascinating wine. Dark colored, with an intense aroma of violets and berries, with hints of minerals. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a succulent finish of exotic fruit. Best after 2010. 1,330 cases made.

Score: 94

James Suckling, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2010+ 31 March 2003