Parker about Old Château Certan 1986
Certain austerity and Medoc-like firmness has always fooled me with this wine in blind tastings. The color remains a very healthy deep ruby, and the nose of black currants, cherries, spice box, cedar, and mineral clearly seems more Medooc-like than Pomerol. In the mouth, its firm tannin is still present. The wine has a certain youthful vibrancy because of good acidity and outstanding purity. It is a young, still somewhat unformed, but very promising wine on the way up.
Description
Land | France |
Region | Bordeaux Pomerol |
Rebsorten | Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
Füllstand | Into Neck |
Verschlußart | cork stopper |
Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
Farbe | Red |
Inverkehrbringer | Vieux Chateau Certan, 33500 Pomerol, France |
Charakter | Dry |
Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
Trinkempfehlung | 1996 - 2040 |
Parker Punkte | 91 |
Jahrgang | 1986 |
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Old Château Certan 1986

The Vieux Château Certan 1986 is a fine Bordeaux wine from the renowned Pomerol appellation. This vintage presents itself as complex and elegant, with remarkable depth and structure. The nose reveals rich aromas of black fruits, such as blackberries and blackcurrants, accompanied by hints of tobacco, leather, and spices, which come from the aging in oak barrels.
On the palate, the wine displays an impressive balance between power and finesse. The tannins are velvety and well-integrated, resulting in a smooth yet robust mouthfeel. Notes of dark chocolate, truffle, and a light mineral note add further complexity. The finish is long and complex, making the Vieux Château Certan 1986 an exceptional pleasure.
This wine is not only an expression of its terroir, but also a testament to the excellent viticulture of Château Vieux Certan. Ideally aged, it is a prime example of the longevity and richness of great Bordeaux wines and offers an unforgettable tasting experience for connoisseurs and lovers of fine wines.