Pomerol AOC - Château Certan de May

Pomerol AOC - Château Certan de MayThe elegant Pomerol from Château Certan de May arrives in the glass with a radiant purple-red color. With a slight tilt, the wine glass reveals a charming garnet hue at the edges. After the first swirl, one can perceive an exceptional balance in this red wine, as it does not cling to the glass walls in a watery, syrupy, or liqueur-like manner. The aroma of this red wine from Bordeaux is characterized by scents of various red and black berries and dark fruits such as heart cherries and plums. The Château Certan de May Pomerol presents itself to the wine lover as pleasantly dry. This red wine never comes across as coarse or meager, as one might expect from a wine in the Icon segment. The finish of this mature wine from the Bordeaux region ultimately impresses with a beautiful aftertaste. Vinification of the Pomerol from Château Certan de May The balanced Pomerol from France is a cuvée, made from the grape varieties Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. The Pomerol is an Old World wine in the best sense of the word, as this French wine exudes an extraordinary European charm, clearly highlighting the success of wines from the Old World. After the harvest, the grapes quickly reach the pressing house. Here, they are sorted and gently crushed. Fermentation follows in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures. The vinification is followed by aging on the fine lees for several months before the wine is finally bottled. Food recommendation for Château Certan de May Pomerol This French wine works perfectly as an accompanying wine to various dishes but is also a pleasure enjoyed solo. Awards for the Pomerol from Château Certan de May This wine from Bordeaux impresses not only us but also well-known wine critics, who awarded it 90 points or more. Among the ratings for the 2014 vintage are: James Suckling - 96 points