| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
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The late Madame Pere-Verge owned this little jewel of a property. The stunning 2011 exhibits a beautiful deep ruby/purple color as well as lots of floral notes, and a broad textured opulence that is atypical for the vintage. Fruity and rich, this successful, medium to full-bodied 2011 does not quite match the quality of the 2008, 2009 or 2010, but it is another brilliant effort from La Violette. Drink it over the next 10-15 years.
Tasted at Le Gay. The La Violette was picked on 21st and 22nd September at 27hl/ha and matured in Saury barrels. It has a typically very rounded, almost voluptuous bouquet with an attractive brine/oyster shell accent that is very attractive. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, a decent core of blackberry and blueberry fruit with a firm, almost obdurate finish that suggests it will need 4-5 years at least in bottle. Much more controlled than the 2009 and 2010, and in my opinion, all the better for it. Tasted April 2012.
A wine with a mineral and violet character that I like. The palate is medium to full body, with silky tannins and a hazelnut, berry and chocolate aftertaste. A little hollow but I am interested to see how this develops.
On the nose there are pure red and black cherries melded with forest fruits and a hint of smoky spice. The palate follows from the nose, full of foraging fruits - blackberry and black cherry come through well. The tannins are ripe and give structure to this well-balanced wine. There is sweetness of vanilla spice and savouriness from the smokiness on the long finish which is lifted by balancing acidity.
A very fine pure Merlot from the Péré-Vergé family, with no sign of over extraction or a heavy hand. Balanced, stylish and aromatic, this sweetly oaked, understated red has remarkable freshness, poise and finesse, with flavours of black cherry, fig and smoky oak and a finish that lingers on the palate. 10+ years.
Copious aromas of kirsch, raspberry and black currant fruit are followed by a silky, opulent wine with ripe tannin as well as tremendous fruit intensity. The remarkable thing about La Violette is that once you have tasted a few vintages, you will never forget this wine. It is reminiscent of a hypothetical blend of nearby Lafleur and the grand cru Burgundy, Musigny. This 2011 should drink well young, but last 15 or more years.
It's a shame so little of this wine is made by proprietress Madame Pere-Verge. One of the most singular and intriguing wines of Bordeaux, smelling the 2011's extraordinary bouquet is akin to walking into a parfumerie.
