Chateau Vieux Chateau Certan 2010

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Classification Cru Classe
Type Red
Brand Chateau Vieux Chateau Certan
Vintage 2010
Country France
Region Bordeaux, Pomerol
Grape Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend
Volume 0,75
Condition From Original Wooden Case
Label Perfect
Drinkable 2018-2040
Stock 0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (99)

The 2010 Vieux Chateau Certan, a blend of 86% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, tips the scales at 14.5% alcohol. Production was lower than in 2009 and the alcohol slightly higher, but the pH is 3.7, which is surprisingly reasonable given the lofty power and alcoholic clout this full-bodied wine possesses. Dense purple-colored , the 2010 displays a vivid yet astonishing array of spice box, red, blue and black fruits, crushed rock and spring flowers. The oak is well-concealed behind the lavish concentration and richness. Exceptionally pure, this unbelievable wine flirts with perfection. Unfortunately, there is 20% less of it than in 2009, and the tannins warrant a good 8-10 years of cellaring, as I suspect it could actually close down. This is another 40- to 50-year effort in 2010 that should elicit considerable interest from wine consumers.

Winespectator (98)

A stunner, this marries structured tobacco, ganache and loam notes to a glorious core of raspberry, blackberry and plum coulis flavors, accented by coffee, roasted mesquite and black tea aromatics. A terrific minerality courses throughout, with the finish letting power and refinement play out almost endlessly.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.


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