Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2016 750ml

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Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2016 750ml

Name: Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2016 750ml
Brand: Chateau Le Gay
SKU: 871799
Price: 157.49 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94.7 (6 reviews)

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SKU 871799

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$157.49/bottle

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JS 98pts

WA 95pts

WS 94pts

JD 94pts

TWI 94pts

VM 93pts

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This shows dark fruit, cocoa, mushrooms and earth on the nose. Youthful, long and textural, with expressive and assertive tannins. Better from 2028. 10 Years On retrospective.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Pomerol

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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SKU: 871799 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

JS 98pts

James Suckling

This shows dark fruit, cocoa, mushrooms and earth on the nose. Youthful, long and textural, with expressive and assertive tannins. Better from 2028. 10 Years On retrospective.

WA 95pts

Wine Advocate

Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Le Gay has a rock star nose of flamboyant Black Forest cake, crushed redcurrants and lilacs scents with underlying nuances of yeast extract, wood smoke, iron ore and dark chocolate. Medium to full-bodied, the palate truly struts its stuff with generous black and red fruits and a fantastic line of super ripe tannins, building to a very long, seductively perfumed finish.

WS 94pts

Wine Spectator

This has alluring waves of frankly ripe plum, blackberry and açaí fruit flavors that caress as they move along, pulling flickers of anise, smoldering incense and Christmas pudding along. Showy and hedonistic, but this has structure and definition as it drapes itself on the finish. A lovely wine. Best from 2022 through 2035. 1,417 cases made.

JD 94pts

Jeb Dunnuck

As with the La Violette, the 2016 Château Le Gay shows a slightly more elegant, structured style yet still packs rocking levels of fruit and texture. Mulled dark fruits, new saddle leather, camphor, and tobacco all give way to a full-bodied Pomerol that has building tannins, solid mid-palate depth, and a great finish. It’s still holding things close to its vest, and while I miss some of the sheer opulence found in vintages such as 2005, 2009, and 2010, this is still going to be brilliant. Hide bottles for 4-5 years and it should shine for two decades or more.

TWI 94pts

The Wine Independent

Le Gay is a round, crunchy and forthcoming wine with notes of sweet red berries and nicely well structured fruits, viols and truffles. Le Gay is never a heavy weigh but a fine and well, structured, fruity and perfumed wine that is normally ready to be enjoyed a bit earlier than its neighbours and the 2016 Le Gay can be approached now.

VM 93pts

Vinous Media

The 2016 Le Gay has a clean, fresh, slightly gravel-tinged bouquet with ample black fruit, conveying a sense of refinement. The palate is medium-bodied, with soft tannins, a fine bead of acidity, dark berry fruit and a touch of black pepper on the finish. Very fine, and it improves after 20 minutes in the glass, gaining more precision. Tasted blind at the Southwold 10-Year-On tasting and at Bordeaux Index’s 10-Year-On.

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Chateau Le Gay Pomerol 2016 750ml

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Winery

Chateau Le Gay

Varietal

Red Bordeaux

Country

France

Region

Bordeaux

Appellation

Pomerol

James Suckling

Wine Advocate

Wine Spectator

Jeb Dunnuck

The Wine Independent

Vinous Media

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