2017 Vieux Château Certan

Description

The 2017 Vieux Château Certan is an iconic red wine from the Pomerol appellation, renowned for its quality and refinement. This prestigious estate, located in the heart of Pomerol, is known for producing rich, elegant wines with great depth. The 2017 vintage is especially appreciated for its balance, structure, and complexity, offering an exceptional tasting experience.

Blend

The 2017 Vieux Château Certan is primarily made from Merlot, the dominant grape variety in Pomerol. Merlot is known for its roundness, softness, and fruity characteristics, contributing to the wine’s richness and complexity.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: The wine has a deep, intense red color with purple and violet highlights, indicating high concentration and youthful promise.

Nose: The nose is elegant and complex, offering ripe dark fruit aromas such as blackcurrant, blackberry, and black cherry. There are also notes of dark chocolate, licorice, truffle, cedar, and sweet spices, reflecting well-integrated oak aging and beautiful evolution.

Palate: On the palate, the wine is rich and opulent, with fine, silky tannins. The dark fruit flavors are complemented by touches of chocolate, truffle, tobacco, and cedarwood. The finish is long, elegant, and well-balanced, with refreshing acidity supporting the wine’s richness.

Aging Potential

The 2017 Vieux Château Certan has excellent aging potential. While it is already highly enjoyable, it will continue to evolve and gain complexity over the next 10 to 15 years. Its structure and balance allow the wine to age gracefully, revealing new nuances with time.

Food Pairings

This Pomerol pairs beautifully with grilled or roasted red meats such as ribeye steak, beef fillet, or lamb rack. It also complements saucy dishes, game, and aged cheeses like Comté or Parmesan. Mushroom-based dishes, truffles, or dark fruit sauces further enhance the wine’s aromatic complexity.