Vieux Château Certan 2016

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Pomerol 

Vieux Château Certan is a prestigious wine from the Pomerol region,.

100/100 Parker

When to drink this wine : 2021 - 2070

Tasted by Lisa Perrotti-Brown: ‘The 2016 Vieux Château Certan is a blend of 85% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-purple in colour, it leaps from the glass with vivid, pure notions of candied violets, chocolate-covered cherries, blackberry compote and blackberries with perfumed touches of raspberry leaf, crushed rocks, liquorice, caraway seeds and yeast extract, as well as a blast of red roses. Quite full-bodied and elegant, the palate moves from quiet intensity to an incredibly well-supported aria of crisp red and black cherry notes and tons of floral nuance, framed by exquisitely soft but firm tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long with lingering mineral and floral sparks. How does this 2016 compare to the astonishing 2015 vintage? Stylistically, they're very different, as my notes on each show, but beyond that, I'm struck by the incredible harmony and fluidity of the 2016, and the astonishing depth and energy it exudes this year. Well done!’

Tasting notes:

Vieux Château Certan is a classic Bordeaux-style red wine, characterised by its complexity and elegance.It generally presents aromas of ripe red fruit such as cherry, strawberry and raspberry, as well as hints of blackcurrant.There are also hints of liquorice, truffle, tobacco and sometimes even floral nuances. On the palate, this wine is silky, with well-integrated tannins, good structure and a long finish. It may evolve favourably with time, developing more complex aromas.

Grape variety:

Vieux Château Certan is mainly made from Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. Merlot generally predominates, providing softness and roundness, while Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon add structure and complexity.

Food and wine pairing:

This Bordeaux wine pairs well with a variety of dishes, particularly classic French cuisine :

• It pairs well with red meat dishes, such as grilled steak, roast beef, or roast lamb.
• It also goes well with game dishes, especially duck.
• Soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert are good companions for this wine.
• For a vegetarian option, pair it with sautéed mushroom dishes.

Serving temperature:

Vieux Château Certan is generally served at a temperature of 16 to 18°C.

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