Pomerol - 2015 - Clos l’Eglise - 0,75L

A voluptuous and characterful Pomerol built for ageing, combining aromatic richness, silky texture, and exceptional depth. The 2015 vintage captures all the magic of this legendary terroir.

📋 Characteristics

• Appellation: Pomerol
• Grape varieties: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc
• Vintage: 2015
• Certification: Sustainable viticulture
• Terroir: Deep clay soils rich in iron over gravelly subsoil
• Vinification & Ageing: Hand-harvested, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, aged 18–20 months in 100% new French oak barrels
• Alcohol: Approx. 14.5% vol

🍇 Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Deep, almost inky red with violet highlights
• Nose: Opulent and intense, with ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, blackberry, plum), dark chocolate, truffle, fine woods, cedar, and sweet spices
• Palate: Broad, velvety, and concentrated. Creamy tannins and a sumptuous balance between power and freshness. Flavours of candied black fruits, mocha, leather, and liquorice
• Finish: Exceptionally long, dense, with remarkable depth and complexity

🍴 Food Pairings

• 🥩 Tournedos Rossini, truffled pork tenderloin, veal chop with morels
• 🍲 Duck stew, braised beef cheeks, osso buco
• 🧀 Blue cheeses: Bleu d’Auvergne, Stilton, Gorgonzola

🫗 Serving Tips

Temperature: 17–18°C
Decanting: Yes — recommended 2 to 3 hours
Opening time: Ideally 1.5 to 2 hours before serving

🗓 Cellaring Potential

Already stunning, this Clos l’Eglise 2015 can be cellared until 2045 or beyond. It will gain further complexity and sensuality with time.

🏰 About the Estate

Located in the heart of Pomerol, Clos l’Eglise is one of the Right Bank’s hidden gems. Acquired by the Garcin family in 1997, the estate stands out for its opulent and meticulous style. The old Merlot vines rooted in the iconic red clays bring power, depth, and sensuality. In a glorious Pomerol vintage, the 2015 delivers a truly exceptional wine — concentrated, elegant, and built to age.