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Thursday, October 6, 2022 - 91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot
from 18.7 ha of gravel and deep clay on iron-rich subsoil on the top
northern side of the Pomerol plateau with vines of average age 35 yrs
under "Culture raisonnée" (Certified HVE 3).
Manual harvest. Double sorting: manual and optical.
Vinified in thermo-regulated concrete and stainless-steel vats with
gentle & controlled maceration & extraction.
Aged 16-18 months in French oak barrels (50% new).
15% Abv.
History: Chateau built in 1782. Sold to Jean Pierre Moueix in 1953.
Son Christian Moueix took over in 1978.
Proprietors: Christian Moueix and son Edouard Moueix

A(ccuray)=2: Deep ruby/garnet. Intense, dense Merlot blend.
B(alance)=2: Distinctive components awaiting full integration.
C(omplexity)=3: Dark and red fruits, mint, spices, chocolate, mineral.
D(epth)=2: Layered mouthfeel. Deep palate and extra long finish.

Wine Tally Score [2,2,3,2]= 9/10

Tour de force Pomerol.

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