Croix de Certan - Pomerol 2019

Croix de Certan - Pomerol 2019Gifted the estate in the 16th century by Royal decree, the Scottish de May family established Chteau Certan de May in the very early stages of the Pomerol subregion. They began producing wine in the 18th century and continued to do so until it was passed onto the Barreau family in 1925. Current director and co owner Jean Luc Barreau applies extreme care and attention to the vines and wine in respect to his forebearers. The vinification process has

It can be cellared for six to eight years

struck match

with a cellaring potential of four to five years

On the cusp of red and black fruit

each aged between 15-80 years

Accordingly

To be aired for 60 minutes if drinking now or cellar 3-5 years

followed by hints of curry leaf spice and smoky oak

tangerine and white pepper

This 1er Cru Poruzots Chardonnay is rich and has a lifted nose

The usual Boillot intensity and length

pear and almonds along with a great minerality