Clinet, 'By Clinet', 2020, Pomerol (AOC)

'One-Liner'
A plush, polished Pomerol with dark plum fruit, cocoa, spice and a long, velvety finish.

Tasting Note
Deep ruby in the glass. The nose leans into ripe black plum, blackberry and dark cherry, with touches of cocoa, spice and a faint floral lift. On the palate it is supple and generous, with silky tannins, plenty of dark fruit and enough freshness to keep it balanced rather than heavy. Smooth, layered and already very appealing.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Pomerol AOC
Grape(s): Merlot, Cabernet Franc
ABV: 14.5%
Friendly: n/a

Awards & Critics' Scores
92pts - Wine Enthusiast

The Story
Château Clinet is one of the best-known names in Pomerol, and By Clinet gives a more immediate, approachable way into that world. Pomerol at its best is often about texture as much as power, and that is very much the appeal here: dark fruit, velvet rather than austerity, and a style that feels unmistakably Right Bank.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Slow-cooked beef chilli with black beans, smoked paprika and lime
- Vegetarian: Mushroom and Thyme Tart
- Vegan: Braised red cabbage with lentils and roasted onions