2001 Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol

93 pts - Wine Advocate

["A brilliant effort from Alexandre Thienpont, this blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc is a deep purple-colored, fleshy, layered effort offering a sweet nose of creosote, incense, Christmas spices, plenty of red and black fruits, and hints of licorice as well as new oak. Rich, medium to full-bodied, with tremendous purity in addition to nobility, give it two more years of cellaring and drink it over the next following 15-18 years. - WA, RP (6/2004)"]

94 pts - Wine Spectator

["Very subtle aromas of blackberries, chocolate and plums follow through to a full-bodied palate, with very silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. An excellent wine with great intensity for the vintage. Very long indeed. Winemaker and part-owner Alexandre Thienpont is a master. Best after 2009. 4,000 cases made. –JS WS"]

93 pts - Vinous

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Producer: Vieux Chateau Certan
Vintage: 2001
Varietal: Red Blend
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Pomerol
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