Rouge Château Vieux Château Certan 0,75l (2020)

Vieux Château Certan – an icon from Pomerol

Vieux Château Certan is one of the most prestigious vineyards in Bordeaux and a true flagship for the Pomerol appellation. The 14-hectare vineyard is located in the immediate vicinity of Château Pétrus and is characterised by its unique clay and gravel soils, which provide ideal conditions for Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Thienpont family manages the estate with great care and a tireless quest for perfection, which is reflected in the wines year after year.

The 2020 vintage was characterised by extreme weather – a wet spring, a hot and dry summer, and cooler nights during the ripening phase. These conditions led to an exceptional concentration of the grapes, without losing their balance.

Vieux Château Certan 2020 is made up of approximately 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, a high proportion of Merlot for the estate. This gives the wine impressive depth and richness. On the nose, dark fruits such as blackberry and black cherry are revealed, accompanied by subtle notes of violet, truffle and cedar wood.

On the palate, the 2020 impresses with its powerful yet elegant structure. The ripe, fine-grained tannins provide a velvety texture, while a vibrant freshness ensures tension and balance. The long, precise finish with hints of graphite and cocoa underscores the exceptional quality of this vintage.

With its outstanding balance between opulence and finesse, the 2020 VCC is one of the estate's great vintages and promises a long life.

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