2016 La Cabanne
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A juicy and fruity red that shows reserve and structure. Full body, polished and chewy tannins and a long finish. Big wine for the vintage. Serious... again! Mar 2017, www.jamessuckling.com
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James Suckling
Jancis Robinson MW
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Big and bold with pinched sweetness on the end but a neat, dry finish. Apr 2017, www.jancisrobinson.com, Drink: 2020-2027
The 2016 La Cabanne is a blend of 94% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc picked from the end of September. Francois Estager told me that like last year, he did not add any sulphites until after the malolactic fermentation. It has a well-defined bouquet with black cherries, a touch of cassis, a lovely marine influence and crushed violets. It opens beautifully in the glass. The palate is fresh on the entry with crisp, tensile tannin and very well-judged acidity. This Pomerol displays great energy and poise, fanning out on the second half that demonstrates superb mineralite. This is an unmissable follow-up to the 2015 La Cabanne. Tasted twice with consistent notes. Apr 2017, www.robertparker.com
Beautiful deep damson colour, as so many are this year. The fruit veers towards the sweet side, with sticky summer damson jam and a welcome touch of bitter chocolate and grilled plums. It is powerful, and although there is not quite the same lift as some, there is no doubt about the luscious fruit. Medium term drinking. Merlot with a touch of Cabernet Franc. Apr 2017, www.decanter.com, Drink: 2025-2040
About the producer
Owned by the Estager family, this property sits between Trotanoy and Clinet on the Pomerol plateau. The heavy clay subsoils produce powerful wines that can need time to open up.