Château L'Église-Clinet 1990 - Pomerol

Château L'Église-Clinet - Pomerol 1990 (75 cl)

Presentation of Château L'Église-Clinet

Château L'Église-Clinet is an icon of the Pomerol appellation, on Bordeaux's Right Bank. Under the guidance of Denis Durantou, this estate has risen to the ranks of the world's greatest wines, producing nectars of rare intensity, complexity, and depth. The unique terroir, composed of gravel and clay, imparts to the wines a controlled power and timeless elegance.

Presentation of the Pomerol Appellation and Vintage

Pomerol is a legendary appellation, without official classification, but whose wines are among the most sought-after in the world. Merlot reigns supreme there, producing round, voluptuous, and aromatic wines.

The 1990 Vintage: An Exceptional Year

The year 1990 is etched in the memory of Bordeaux lovers as a sunny and bountiful vintage. Favorable weather throughout the growing season, with a hot and sunny summer, allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly. The wines are characterized by an exuberant aromatic richness, an opulent yet velvety tannic structure, and the capacity to age for several decades, or even longer. L'Église-Clinet 1990 is a masterful example of this.

Details on the 1990 Vintage: Grape Varieties and Tasting Notes

Château L'Église-Clinet 1990 is made from a blend dominated by Merlot (approximately 85%), complemented by Cabernet Franc (approximately 15%). The wine is aged in oak barrels. After more than three decades, this vintage is at its peak, and will likely remain so for some time, offering:

• Color: Deep red, almost opaque, evolving towards intense tile-garnet highlights.
• Nose: Extraordinarily complex and deep. Aromas of candied black fruits (blackcurrant, black cherry), prune, mingle with notes of truffle, cedar, cigar box, musk, licorice and oriental spices.
• Palate: Voluminous, powerful, and silky all at once. The tannins are perfectly integrated, giving a velvety texture and incredible richness. The aromatic persistence is phenomenal, with flavors unfolding in perfect harmony.
• Finish: Of incredible length, offering a persistent bouquet of fruit, earth and spices.

Bottle Condition

This bottle of Château L'Église-Clinet Pomerol 1990 is in perfect condition, a true collector's item:

• Format: 75 cl.
• Level: Perfect (in the bottleneck - BN).
• Label: Impeccable.
• Capsule: Intact.
• Overall condition: Perfect condition.

Food & Wine Pairings and Tasting Tips

Serve this wine after decanting it gently for about 1 to 2 hours to allow it to open up, at a temperature of 17-18°C. It is advisable to bring it to room temperature gradually. This exceptional wine pairs perfectly with:

• Very refined dishes: tournedos Rossini, beef fillet with truffles.
• Furred game (deer, wild boar) or feathered game (pheasant, woodcock) in sauce.
• Exceptional matured cheeses.
• It is also a wine for meditation, to be savored alone.