2008 Clinet
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Tasting notes
Notes of tertiary evolution on the nose with leather and black truffle, and beautifully soft raspberry fruits, walnut, earth, berries, smoke. This feels a little subdued right now, and the ending slides more quickly to a whisper than the usual Clinet style. There are fine tannins and it is graceful with softly spoken appeal. This was the latest harvest since 1986, and a wine that has consistently impressed me since I first tried it, now very much ready to drink. Ronan Laborde owner. 60% new oak.
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Tasted blind. Dried currants on the nose. Then lots of acidity. Dry tannins on the end. Bit of a fast fade. (JR)
Richly flavoured fruits on the nose, a powerful and opulent display. Not overdone, however – retains a sense of balance and drinkability on the palate, with chew and weight but lovely softness as well. (RH)
About the producer
With Ronan Laborde at the helm, this property has become one of Pomerol’s most sought-after. He has increased the proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon, which historically represented half the vineyard area here.