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Lafleur 2004

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyMerlot/Cabernet Franc

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Tasting Notes

Sadly, there are only 1,000 cases of the brilliant 2004 Lafleur (because of the strict selection implemented by proprietor Jacques Guinaudeau and his son, Baptiste). A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, the 2004 presently possesses a certain austerity, along with fabulous concentration, and intense kirsch liqueur, licorice, truffle, and spice characteristics. Stunningly proportioned, medium to full-bodied, and powerful, it comes across like a modern day version of Lafleur’s brilliant 1979. The aromatics can fill a room, but the tannins kick in in the mouth. Give this Pomerol 5-8 years of cellaring, and drink it over the following 25+.

94
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (171), June 2007

Subtle yet complex aromas of raspberry, dark chocolate and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with ultrafine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Very refined and pretty, with a solid core of fruit. Seamless. Best after 2010.

94
James Suckling, WineSpectator.com, January 2007
18.5
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com (April 04), April 2004

The 2004 Lafleur is unquestionably a candidate for the wine of the vintage. Boasting extraordinary intensity and richness as well as complex notes of kirsch liqueur, raspberries, truffles, and earth, this rich, full-bodied effort is atypically expansive and deep for the vintage. Dense, smoky, and impressive, it should be at its peak between 2010-2030.

93/95
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (165), June 2006

One of the vintage’s most impressive efforts, this tiny vineyard has produced an atypically dense, multilayered 2004. An inky ruby/purple color is accompanied by sweet aromas of kirsch liqueur, violets, black currants, and a notion of licorice. This ripe, fragrant 2004 exhibits full-bodied, concentrated flavors that linger on the palate. Acidity provides up-lift and vibrancy to this impressively full, rich, long Pomerol. It should be one of the longest-lived right bank wines. Is it a modern day version of the colossal 1979? Anticipated maturity: 2014-2030.

92/95
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (158), April 2005
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