Château La Fleur de Gay 2016

A Pomerol wine with magnificent tannins

The property
Located in the heart of the Pomerol appellation and in the immediate vicinity of Château La Croix de Gay, Château La Fleur de Gay is one of the iconic properties of the Right Bank in the Bordeaux region. With a presence in the Pomerol commune attested since the 15th century, the Raynaud-Lebreton family is at the head of a property overseeing a vineyard with a terroir as rare as it is exceptional.

The vineyard
With an area of 2 hectares, this Pomerol terroir rests on three distinct types of soil: clay, a mound of Günz gravel and Günz gravel on clay subsoils.

Blend
Merlot, cabernet franc.

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château La Fleur de Gay 2016

Tasting

Very aromatic, this wine reveals soft tannins, supported by delicious touches of black fruits (blackberries, blueberries) that mingle with spicier (clove) and vegetal flavors.