Chateau Lafleur 1982

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Very rare Pomerol wine

When to drink this wine : 2012 - 2045

Tasted by William Kelley in 2022: "The 1982 Lafleur is probably my favourite wine of the vintage, although there are two or three wines that can rival it in quality, simply because it made such an impression on me when I first tasted it as a student.Today, from a perfect cellar where it has been kept since its release, it remains extremely young; but it is also much more expressive than it was just six or seven years ago, offering a singular bouquet of kirsch, sweet berries, liquorice, orange zest, exotic spices and crushed mint.Full-bodied, satiny and sensual, it combines great concentration with rare energy, displaying beautifully melted tannins and finishing long and pure. If I owned bottles, and unfortunately I don't, I can't think of any circumstances in which I would happily part with them."

What connoisseur of Pomerol wines would fail to savor a Château Lafleur?

Although this estate is appreciated by experts, it does not enjoy the same reputation as Château Le Pin or Pétrus. Is this due to its small vineyard area (4.5 hectares)? Probably, but ignoring Château Lafleur due to its modest size would be regrettable given the exceptional quality of this Pomerol wine.

How to serve and enjoy it?

This exceptional nectar deserves to be presented with all the attention it deserves. To start, make sure to serve Château Lafleur at the ideal temperature, around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius, to fully release its captivating aromas.

Once uncorked, this pearl of Pomerol reveals a rich and complex sensory palette. On the nose, you will be enveloped by captivating scents of ripe black fruits, elegant flowers and subtle woody notes. On the palate, the experience continues with a velvety texture and deep flavors of black cherries, truffles, and a subtle touch of tobacco. The tannins are silky, offering a perfectly balanced structure and a long, lingering finish. It is made mainly from the Merlot and Cabernet Franc grape varieties, thus bringing their distinctive character to this exceptional wine. This harmonious combination gives the wine its incomparable complexity and elegance, placing it among the greatest Pomerol wines.

Where are the vines located?

Château Lafleur is located close to some of the most prestigious names in the AOC Pomerol: Pétrus, Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Vieux Château Certan and Château Hosanna. These wines enjoy an undisputed reputation.

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