Gazin - Pomerol 2017

Intro: The 2017 Château Gazin emerges with a deep garnet purple hue and an intense core. Aromas of plums, dark cherries and mulberries are layered with spices such as cinnamon and star anise, touches of chocolate, floral hints of lilac, and a subtle undercurrent of truffle and earth. On the palate it’s rich and voluptuous, with plush dark fruit, smoothly integrated oak, polished tannins, and balanced acidity maintaining freshness. The finish is long and fresh, with a minerally/chalky grip; elegant yet expressive. The Château Gazin vineyard lies adjacent to some of Pomerol’s most famous estates (e.g., near Pétrus), and its terroir of blue green clay (including iron oxide rich “crasse de fer”) under gravel/residual soils contributes to its distinctive minerality and depth. 

Region: Bordeaux || Winery: Château Gazin

Grapes: 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc

Aging: Vinification in small cement vats; maturation for about 15–18 months in oak barrels (approx. 50% new) on part of the estate

ABV: 14% || Decant: 1–2 hours || Serving Temp: 16-18°C 

Pairing: Pairs excellently with rich red meats (roast beef, lamb), game, and dishes with earthy accents such as truffle or mushrooms. The wine’s depth, tannic structure and minerality lend themselves to bold, savoury pairings

Tasting Notes: The 2017 Gazin Pomerol shows a deep garnet purple color with an intense core. The nose reveals layers of chocolate covered cherries, spiced mulberries, warm plums, cherry cordial, and wild blueberries, with subtle hints of truffle and earth. Medium to full-bodied, it offers generous dark fruit, polished tannins, and seamless freshness, supported by a mineral saline texture with a chalky edge. The finish is long, refined, and elegant, with earthy mineral depth and graceful balance

Rating (Complexity & Vintage Year): 97 AA