Clos
L'Eglise
Pomerol
Location:
The Clos L'Eglise estate covers just over 14 acres of vineyard and
is located in the northwest section of Pomerol on the gentle rise
which culminates a kilometer away at Chateau
Petrus.
Classification:
Unclassified. Notable estate with quality equivalent of a Grand
Bourgeois.
Grape
variety: 60% Merlot,
20% Cabernet
Franc, 10% Cabernet
Sauvignon, 10% Malbec.
Average age of vines is 25 years.
History:
The estate was brought together in the nineteenth century and is
one of the numerous chateaux in Pomerol with the word "eglise" in
its name. Today the wine is represented by the famous Ets. Jean-Pierre
Moueix firm.
Vinification
and aging: Traditional vinification and aging in oak barrels for
14 months. Approximately 2,300 cases are produced per annum.
Style:
Intensely fruity, vibrant wine with significant depth and structure.
Food:
Lamb, veal, poultry and duck.
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