Château La Fleur-Pétrus 1989 - Pomerol

Presentation of the Château La Fleur-Pétrus estate

Château La Fleur-Pétrus is located on the famous Pomerol plateau, between the legendary Petrus and La Fleur estates. The property was acquired in 1953 by Jean-Pierre Moueix and is now managed by Christian Moueix. The vineyard covers approximately 18 hectares, planted on gravel, deep clay, and sandy soils. The property's name reflects its geographical location: between Château La Fleur and Château Pétrus. The estate's style combines depth, elegance, and finesse, with exceptional consistency.

Presentation of the vintage and the appellation

• Appellation: Pomerol, located on the right bank of Bordeaux, renowned for its powerful and velvety red wines.
• Area of the appellation: approximately 800 ha.
• Soils: clays rich in iron dross (red marl), gravel and sand.
• Blend: Mainly Merlot, with a small proportion of Cabernet Franc and sometimes Cabernet Sauvignon.
• Aging: approximately 18 to 20 months in French oak barrels (partially new).

Tasting Notes (Robert Parker): 96/100 – “One of the greatest La Fleur-Pétrus, rich, complex, with aromas of black plum, truffle, leather and undergrowth. Sumptuous texture and lingering finish.”

Presentation of the 1989 vintage

1989 is considered one of the great vintages of the late 20th century in Bordeaux. It was a warm year with exceptional maturity. The wines are powerful and concentrated, with a perfect balance between alcoholic richness and freshness. Today, the best bottles are at their peak, with remarkable aromatic complexity.

Condition of the bottle

• Level: Perfect
• Color: Perfect
• Label: Worn and torn but perfectly identifiable
• Capsule: In very good condition
• Overall Condition: Very Good

Food and wine pairings

• Sweetbreads with morels and reduced jus
• Hare Royale or Beef Fillet Rossini
• Black truffle from Périgord on homemade mash