Chateau Clinet 2017
Country
France
bottle size
750 ml
Wine Type
Red Wine
Wine Region
Bordeaux, Bordeaux - Pomerol
Grape Variety
Blended
vintage
2017 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Alcohol
13%
characteristics
Body
Full
Full
Full
Acidity
Medium
Medium
Medium
Tannin
Medium
Medium
Medium
2017 [**VINTAGE MAY CHANGE]
Product Description
Château Clinet 2017 is dressed in a beautiful dark purple colour with ruby tints. Shy on the first nose, it gradually opens up to aeration and reveals a rich and charming bouquet of small, ripe red and black fruits as well as floral notes, touches of wood and smoke and a subtle hint of minerality. On the palate, Château Clinet 2017 offers a moderately full-bodied attack and a supple, round mid-palate. The aromas of red and black fruits are concentrated and supported by a straight and granular tannic line. The juicy fruits grow and evolve in the mouth, bringing incredible tension and powerful aroma to the blend before ending with a deliciously fruity and mineral finish.
wine score
95 points Wine Enthusiast
"This wine is stacked with tannins and concentrated fruits, with a dense texture. The wine’s future is assured and long term. Drink from 2024."
94 points Wine Advocate
"Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2017 Clinet opens slowly to reveal vibrant red and black fruits: red currants, black cherries, plums and cassis with touches of roses, yeast extract, wood smoke and crushed rocks. Medium-bodied with firm, grainy tannins and a taut, muscular palate of tightly wound fruits and compelling mineral accents, it finishes long with wonderful purity and fragrant earth accents."
95 points Wine Spectator
"This is brimming with raspberry and boysenberry compote flavors, while mouthwatering anise and pain d’épices notes fill in the background. Reveals a flash of ganache, a streak of tar and an echo of bramble through the finish, adding range while the gorgeous fruit holds center stage. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2022 through 2038."
93 points James Suckling
A fresh and fruity Clinet with tangy acidity highlighting the plum and cherry character. Reserved style. Medium body, creamy tannins and a delicious finish. Linear and focused in general. Needs a year or two to calm down. Better after 2022."
Profile
Grape Blended
92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon
Palate
A finish which grows in intensity whilstremaining flavoursome. A very distinguished wine whose softness is met with elegance and freshness.
Colour
Deep garnet-purple color
Aroma
A velvety texture and complex aromas of fruit (forest fruits, tangy raspberry) and spices(Malabar pepper, liquorice).
Palate
A finish which grows in intensity whilstremaining flavoursome. A very distinguished wine whose softness is met with elegance and freshness.
Wine Pairing
:Beef
:Lamb
:Cured Meat
:Soft Cheese
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