1997 Château Clinet
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Tasting notes
Ruby with strong rust rim, lots of dusty evolution on the nose. Sweet and a bit tired. Old-fashioned claret without much of a fruity core. Very dusty finish. Losing fruit. (JR)
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The 1997 Clinet has turned out better than expected from barrel. Its exotic nose of truffles, vanilla, plum liqueur, black fruits, and Asian spices leads to a plump, fat wine with notes of coffee, coconut cream, and blackberries. Surprisingly dense, and revealing lots of tannin, it requires 1-2 years of cellaring, and should drink well for 10-12 years. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012+.
Beautiful Clinet. Very pretty berry and spice aromas. Medium-bodied, with toast, cinnamon and berry character. Medium finish. Slightly hollow center palate. Best from 2001 through 2005. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2000
The 1997 Clinet has turned out better than expected from barrel. Its exotic nose of truffles, vanilla, plum liqueur, black fruits, and Asian spices leads to a plump, fat wine with notes of coffee, coconut cream, and blackberries. Surprisingly dense, and revealing lots of tannin, it requires 1-2 years of cellaring, and should drink well for 10-12 years. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2012+. Apr 2000, www.robertparker.com
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.