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Chateau Le Fleur Petrus 2016 - Pomerol 2016

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91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot · Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Pomerol AOC · 75 cl · 2016

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Producer Pomerol
Name Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Pomerol AOC
Variety 91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot
Vintage 2016
Gradation 14.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Black plum, cherry, violet, truffle, chocolate, spices
Vinification method Thermo‑regulated concrete and stainless vats; controlled maceration
Region Bordeaux (Nouvelle‑Aquitaine)
Production area Pomerol plateau, near Pétrus and Lafleur
Country France
Type Red wine
Aging 16–18 months in French oak
Type of cask French oak, 50% new barrels
Color Intense garnet‑purple
Serving temperature 15.5 °C
Recommended consumption Drinkable after 2025; peak 2025–2045
Pairing Lamb, roast beef, game, mushrooms, aged cheeses

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Chateau Le Fleur Petrus 2016, from the Pomerol designation, presents an elegant and concentrated profile. On the nose there are impressions of ripe dark fruit, small red berries and earthy notes that develop over a background of sweet spices; the overall impression remains balanced and not overloaded. On the palate the wine shows well-integrated tannins, a harmonious progression and pleasant persistence, with aromatic returns that echo the fruit and more restrained nuances, without forceful aromas or evident over-extraction. There is a balance of freshness and structure that supports the sip.

It is recommended to serve at a moderate temperature and, if possible, to decant briefly to ease any initial closedness; it pairs well with red meats, flavorful dishes and aged cheeses, while remaining versatile and interesting with mushroom-based preparations or game. For those who wish to cellar it, it can also be enjoyed after a few years in bottle, observing the evolution of its aromas over time.
The winery

Pomerol – Winery in Bordeaux (Libournais, Rive Droite)

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Small, prestigious appellation on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, renowned for its red wines based primarily on Merlot and for soils rich in iron oxides (the so-called "crasse de fer").
Region: Bordeaux (Libournais, Rive Droite)
Country: Francia
Grapes: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec (Pressac), Petit Verdot
Appellation exclusively dedicated to red wines. Predominantly Merlot, often blended with Cabernet Franc. Distinctive soils with "crasse de fer" that influence structure and aroma. A small but highly prestigious appellation with no official classification of crus.
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Winery history
Wine region with ancient roots: vineyards have been present since Roman times, with significant development in the Middle Ages through the activity of local religious orders. Pomerol's modern reputation was consolidated between the 19th and 20th centuries; the area has been recognized as a distinct appellation and is included in the AOC regulations established in France.
Production philosophy
Production centered on terroir and on enhancing small parcels: many producers run relatively small estates, favoring practices that prioritize grape quality and the expression of the soil rather than high yields or formal classifications.
Terroir and vineyards
Located in the Libournais near the River Isle, Pomerol is a plateau with heterogeneous soils: clays mixed with gravel and sand, and a subsoil rich in iron oxides. Its boundaries include the Barbanne stream to the north, and it lies adjacent to Saint-Émilion and Libourne.

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