Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2012 750ml

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Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2012 750ml

Name: Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2012 750ml
Brand: Chateau Le Gay
SKU: 872937
Price: 140.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 93.7 (7 reviews)

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SKU 872937

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$140.95/bottle

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WS 95pts

WE 95pts

JD 95pts

WA 94pts

VM 93pts

JS 92pts

TWI 92pts

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A polished, suave style, with alluring plum sauce, melted black licorice and fruitcake notes backed by a solidly built finish of plum skin and black tea. Shows ample stuffing. Score Range: 92-95

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Pomerol

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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SKU: 872937 Categories: Pre-arrival, Right Bank Bordeaux

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Winery

Chateau Le Gay

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Pomerol

Pomerol, a distinguished appellation on Bordeaux's Right Bank, stands as a vinous jewel celebrated for its exceptional Merlot-dominant red wines. What makes Pomerol unique is its relatively small size, allowing for an intimate focus on individual vineyards and an emphasis on artisanal winemaking. Unlike many Bordeaux regions, Pomerol does not have a formal classification system, placing the spotlight on each estate's intrinsic quality and distinct terroir. Merlot thrives in Pomerol's clay-rich soils, crafting wines of opulence, velvety texture, and alluring plum and black cherry notes. Iconic châteaux like Pétrus and Le Pin showcase the pinnacle of Pomerol's winemaking prowess. The absence of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blends further accentuates the appellation's uniqueness. Pomerol wines are revered for their approachability in youth and the ability to evolve gracefully over time, exemplifying the timeless elegance and allure of this exceptional Bordeaux appellation.

Ratings & Reviews

WS 95pts

Wine Spectator

A polished, suave style, with alluring plum sauce, melted black licorice and fruitcake notes backed by a solidly built finish of plum skin and black tea. Shows ample stuffing. Score Range: 92-95

WE 95pts

Wine Enthusiast

93-95 Barrel sample. An exemplary wine, this is powerful, rich and full of ripe red fruits. The palate is dark, but brightened by acidity, red fruits and a beautiful line of freshness.

JD 95pts

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2012 from Le Gay sports an inky purple color as well as masculine, lifted notes of plums, violets, licorice and scorched earth. A big, rich, concentrated effort, it has impeccable purity, a firm, focused, structured core, notable acidity, and superb concentration, all suggesting it needs to be forgotten for 7-8 year. It should keep for 15+ years.

WA 94pts

Wine Advocate

This is a beautiful, dense, meaty, purple-colored wine, with loads of earth, iron, blackberry and cassis fruit. It is full-bodied, rich and opulent with great length, terrific purity and surprisingly sweeter tannin than I would expect from this terroir that tends to produce a masculine style of wine. Impressive and backward, this Le Gay should drink well for at least 20 years.

VM 93pts

Vinous Media

The 2012 Le Gay is quite high-toned on the nose with more red than black fruit, camphor and light aniseed aromas developing with aeration; just a hint of marmalade emerges later. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins, crisp and fresh, nicely proportioned with cedar and tobacco notes towards the finish. Fully mature, yet this has the substance to suggest that it will repay cellaring. Delicious. Tasted twice at Bordeaux Index's Ten Year-On tasting and blind at the Southwold Ten-Year On tasting.

JS 92pts

James Suckling

This is dense and polished with refined tannins and beautiful fruit. Full-bodied yet reserved and elegant. Very long and attractive. Better in 2018.

TWI 92pts

The Wine Independent

The 2012 Le Gay is medium to deep garnet colored. It sashays out with notions of dried mulberries, Christmas cake, and cigar box, with touches of sauteed herbs, espresso, and camphor. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers impressive energy, with lively black fruit preserves and a firm texture of rounded tannins, finishing with a minty lift.

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Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2012 750ml

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So much black mushroom to the dark fruit, such as blackberries and brambleberries. Extremely aromatic. Full-bodied, yet refined and polished,…

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TWI 92pts

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Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2012 750ml

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Winery

Chateau Le Gay

Varietal

Red Bordeaux

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux

Appellation

Pomerol

Wine Spectator

Wine Enthusiast

Jeb Dunnuck

Wine Advocate

Vinous Media

James Suckling

The Wine Independent

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