| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
This famous Pomerol property has been owned by the Moueix family since 1950 and produces a wine that is always a classic of the appellation and keenly sought-after. The vineyard is now 18.7 hectares after more parcels were purchased on the plateau of Pomerol and Château Providence amalgamated (the lesser plots - some 5 hectares - being relegated to Lagrange à Pomerol). The vineyard is planted with 91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and (rare for Pomerol) 3% Petit Verdot.
The 2023 blend is 96.5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 0.5% Petit Verdot. Edouard describes it as being classic and fresh but ripe too with well-inyegrated tannins and a fine balance of black and red fruit.
The 2023 La Fleur-Pétrus is very attractive, unfurling in the glass with aromas of dark berries, sweet cherries and plums mingled with hints of incense and spices, discreetly framed by new oak. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and layered, it's deep and textural, its rich core of fruit framed by plenty of sweet, powdery tannin.
The 2023 La Fleur-Pétrus was picked September 7 to 19. Now, this is a level up from the Hosanna, with greater precision and focus—very pure and more terroir-driven. The palate is sleek and smooth on the entry, with svelte tannins, a perfect line of acidity and a very harmonious finish that fans out nicely. This is a refined La Fleur-Pétrus that should age well in bottle.
A bold, creamy nose here represents the riper side of Merlot in this vintage. The fruit is supple, creamy on the palate and generous on the nose. The zip of acidity on the palate brings adequate freshness, with the tannins very refined, creating a cashmere sheen to the fruit. There is a stony undertone, but this wine is all about the succulent red fruit at the core. Pure Pomerol joy.
Very tight for this chateau, with blackberry, chocolate and black-cherry character, as well as a hint of smoky oak. Full and very poised with focus and beauty. 96.5% merlot, 3% cabernet franc and 0.5% cabernet sauvignon.
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 La Fleur-Petrus strolls out of the glass with confidently classic notes of ripe plums, boysenberries, and pencil shavings followed by nuances of lilacs, iron ore, and tapenade. The medium-bodied palate is tight-knit and lively, with fine-grained tannins and a lingering ferrous finish. The blend is 96.5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, and 0.5% Petit Verdot.
Vibrant plum colour, richly textured from the first moments, bringing you squarely into Pomerol. Intense concentrated espresso and liqourice, the construction is expertly done, with lifted architecture, confident tannins and lift on the finish, turning on the pleasure factor as it opens in the glass. Harvest September 7 to 19.
The 2023 La Fleur-Pétrus was picked September 7 to 19. Now, this is a level up from the Hosanna, with greater precision and focus—very pure and more terroir-driven. The palate is sleek and smooth on the entry, with svelte tannins, a perfect line of acidity and a very harmonious finish that fans out nicely. This is a refined La Fleur-Pétrus that should age well in bottle. 2028 - 2050
96.5% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 0.5% Petit Verdot. Cask sample.
Violet-ruby hue. Red-berry aromas. Really refined palate, the fruit juicy and pure, the tannins extremely fine. Not much sweetness but clean, fresh and persistent. Plenty of charm. (JL)
Drink 2030 – 2042
