CHATEAU CLERC-MILON - Pauillac - Bordeaux, France
CHATEAU CLERC-MILON - Pauillac - Bordeaux, France
Fifth Classified Growth in 1855.
"Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Clerc Milon leaps from the glass with beautiful scents of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves and crushed blackcurrants with suggestions of lilacs, cardamom, underbrush and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and seamless freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a nice long finish." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
FRANCE
Product Description
Description
Fifth Classified Growth in 1855. "Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Clerc Milon leaps from the glass with beautiful scents of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves and crushed blackcurrants with suggestions of lilacs, cardamom, underbrush and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and seamless freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a nice long finish." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Accolades
Awards
Critique Review
“Hot crushed stones and dark berries jump out of the glass. Full body, very dense fruit and powerful tannins, yet it remains agile and bright with beauty and energy. So muscular and toned. Truly outstanding Clerc for the future. Unwavering nature to this. Try after 2024.”
96 pts, James Suckling
“The Cabernet Franc was fantastic this year, so it was all used in the grand vin. The final blend is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Carménère. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Clerc Milon leaps from the glass with beautiful scents of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves and crushed blackcurrants with suggestions of lilacs, cardamom, underbrush and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and seamless freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a nice long finish.”
94 pts, Robert Parker's Wine AdvocateWine Facts
| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Country | FRANCE |
| Volume(ml) | 750 |
| Aging | Matured in oak barrel (of which 40% are new), for an average of 16-18 months |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| SKU | BO291-15 |
Vineyard Info
An 1855 Classified Growth in Pauillac, its exceptional terroir is adjacent to two illustrious First Growths. Baron Philippe de Rothschild acquired the estate in 1970. Today, it is Baroness Philippine de Rothschild's children who carry on the tradition. The label shows an ornament which once belonged to Empress Catherine of Russia: two dancers made of gold pearls, inspired by the Commedia dell'Arte.
Reviews & Ratings
Description
Fifth Classified Growth in 1855. "Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Clerc Milon leaps from the glass with beautiful scents of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves and crushed blackcurrants with suggestions of lilacs, cardamom, underbrush and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and seamless freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a nice long finish." - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Awards
Critique Review
“Hot crushed stones and dark berries jump out of the glass. Full body, very dense fruit and powerful tannins, yet it remains agile and bright with beauty and energy. So muscular and toned. Truly outstanding Clerc for the future. Unwavering nature to this. Try after 2024.”
96 pts, James Suckling“The Cabernet Franc was fantastic this year, so it was all used in the grand vin. The final blend is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Carménère. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Clerc Milon leaps from the glass with beautiful scents of chocolate-covered cherries, plum preserves and crushed blackcurrants with suggestions of lilacs, cardamom, underbrush and unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a firm frame of finely grained tannins and seamless freshness lifting the perfumed fruit to a nice long finish.”
94 pts, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate| Product Type | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Country | FRANCE |
| Volume(ml) | 750 |
| Aging | Matured in oak barrel (of which 40% are new), for an average of 16-18 months |
| Alcohol | 13.5% |
| SKU | BO291-15 |
An 1855 Classified Growth in Pauillac, its exceptional terroir is adjacent to two illustrious First Growths. Baron Philippe de Rothschild acquired the estate in 1970. Today, it is Baroness Philippine de Rothschild's children who carry on the tradition. The label shows an ornament which once belonged to Empress Catherine of Russia: two dancers made of gold pearls, inspired by the Commedia dell'Arte.
