2005 Château La Conseillante
The 2005 Château La Conseillante delivers flavors of ripe black cherry, dark plum, and a touch of truffle, with velvety tannins and a long, elegant finish. This is a powerful and age-worthy Pomerol from an iconic vintage.
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Château La Conseillante is a highly regarded estate in Pomerol, Bordeaux, known for producing elegant and refined wines. Established in the mid-18th century, it has been owned by the Nicolas family since 1871. The château's distinctive purple-capped bottles are emblematic of its brand. La Conseillante's vineyards cover 12 hectares, planted predominantly with Merlot (80%) and Cabernet Franc (20%). The wine is known for its silky texture, aromatic complexity, and ability to age gracefully, often displaying notes of violets, a characteristic associated with the estate.
Pomerol is a small but highly esteemed wine appellation on the right bank of the Bordeaux region in southwestern France. It covers approximately 800 hectares and is situated north of Saint-Émilion. Pomerol is unique among major Bordeaux appellations as it has no official classification system, yet it produces some of the world's most sought-after and expensive wines.
The terroir of La Conseillante is crucial to its wine's character. The vineyard sits on the eastern edge of the Pomerol plateau, bordering Saint-Émilion. Its soils are diverse, with a unique mix of clay and gravel. The western part of the vineyard has more gravel, ideal for Cabernet Franc, while the eastern section has more clay, perfect for Merlot. This soil composition, combined with meticulous vineyard management, contributes to the wine's complexity and finesse. The estate's location also benefits from excellent drainage and sun exposure, factors that help in achieving optimal grape ripeness.
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