Parker about Château La Fleur-Pétrus 2012
Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux tasting. The 2012 La Fleur Pétrus has a mint-fresh bouquet, vigorous and vivid, with delineated red cherry, raspberry and cassis fruit under which is a strata of wet limestone. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins. This is a more understated Pomerol but there is real nuance here, black truffle and leather tinging the introspective black fruit. Yet behind that is harmony and finesse, notwithstanding impressive length and sustain. It may be slightly over-shadowed by the sensational Trotanoy, but Pomerol-lovers will lap up this fantastic La Fleur-Petrus from the JP Moueix team. Tasted January 2016.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Pomerol |
Rebsorten | Merlot 90%, Cabernet Franc 10% |
Alkoholgehalt | 14.50% |
Füllstand | high fill |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Jean-Pierre Moueix, 54, quai du Priourat BP 129, 33502 Libourne, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 2022 - 2045 |
Parker Punkte | 96 |
Jahrgang | 2012 |
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Château La Fleur-Pétrus 2012

On the nose, the Château La Fleur-Pétrus 2012 presents intense aromas of dark fruits such as black cherries and blackberries. Subtle notes of violets, spices, and a hint of cedarwood blend in. The aromas are complex and well-defined.
On the palate, the wine displays a silky texture with soft, well-integrated tannins. The fruitiness is concentrated and harmonious, accompanied by notes of chocolate, tobacco, and delicate herbs. The wine presents a remarkable balance between freshness, structure, and fullness.
The 2012 Château La Fleur-Pétrus has a good length and a persistent finish. Although it is already ready to drink, it still has potential for further development in the coming years. It is an excellent accompaniment to dishes such as lamb, beef fillet, or aged cheeses.
Château La Fleur-Pétrus
Information about the winemaker:
The La Fleur-Pétrus winery is located in north-eastern Pomerol, a region in the French wine-growing region of Bordeaux. In the locations of the high plateau, classic Bordeaux grape varieties ripen, from which red wines with a light body and a smooth texture are pressed. These are valued by connoisseurs of fine wines worldwide for their high quality and are characterized by a consistent intensity of their soft and complex, sometimes fruity aromas.
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