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Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol |
Colour | Red |
Type | Still |
A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, the 2012 Providence exhibits an earthy, new saddle leather, spicy, masculine style that is less expressive than most Pomerols. There is plenty of density, power and richness, but the wine seems monolithic and somewhat unformed at present. I suspect it will come around given how recent vintages have performed, but for now, it is closed and inaccessible.
The Providence 2012 has a precocious bouquet of lifted black fruit, kirsch, incense and a little dark chocolate. It is quite a mercurial bouquet, one that becomes more floral with aeration, hints of brine and salted liquorice. The palate is medium-bodied with light but tensile tannins. This is not a Providence of power and concentration, but it is light on its feet with an attractive salty tang on the finish. Classy, but a Pomerol not seeking attention. Tasted April 2013.
Dense and rich red for the vintage with plums, dried strawberries, dark chocolate and spices. Full-bodied, layered and displaying a caressing mouthfeel. Flavorful and intense finish. Savory and minerally. Better in 2017.
Deep dark cherry colour. Less immediately aromatic than some. Savoury and juicy and delicious. Refined and velvety and long. Much more voluptuous than most Moueix wines so far tasted. (JH)
The reputation of Providence has grown exponentially since the Moueix family took over the
château in 2005. This is quite a butch and tannic wine, at least initially on the palate, but
beneath the firmness, the fruit is perfumed, fine and succulent with pure black fruits and a
hint of liquorice.
Drink: 2020-30