Overview
Pomerol is Bordeaux's smallest and most exclusive appellation — no official classification, yet Pétrus commands the world's highest prices. Its iron-rich clay produces Merlot of voluptuous, velvety richness.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Medium ruby
- Nose
- Black truffle, Plum, Prune, Mocha and Chocolate.
- Palate
- Bordeaux's most opulent — silky power on iron-rich clay. Generally very full-bodied, medium acidity, medium tannins, dry, with a very long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Very Full5/5
Tannins Medium3/5
Acidity Medium3/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol High4/5
Grapes
MerlotCabernet FrancCabernet Sauvignon
Aromas And Notes
Black trufflePlumPruneDark cherryMochaChocolateVioletSpiceTruffleGameLeatherEarth
Terroir
Maritime. Clay soils retain moisture and warmth for Merlot's late ripening.
Iron-rich clay (crasse de fer)GravelSandy clay
Food Pairings
Truffle dishesRoast beefDuck confitAged Époisses
Notable Producers
- Pétrus, founded 1837 - Pétrus
- Le Pin, founded 1979 - Le Pin
- Château Lafleur, founded 1872 - Château Lafleur