2025, Château Les Cruzelles, LALANDE-DE-POMEROL

85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc.

This 11 hectare property in Lalande de Pomerol, owned by the Durantou family since 2000, is situated 1 km from the famous plateau of Pomerol, and is visible from the back door of Eglise Clinet.

Medium to full-bodied with stylish fruit that’s grainy yet concentrated, supported by velvety tannins that will continue to evolve. Well balanced.
92-93 James Suckling.

Bright violet and floral, even chamomile, character in Les Cruzelles, with cloves and toasted grilled herbs. 55% new oak. Needs some time in the glass to totally kick into action but this is luscious. Noémie Durantou winemaker.
92 Jane Anson.

The 2025 Les Cruzelles is another stellar wine in this range from sisters Noëmie and Constance Durantou. There's a bit more clay in this section of the vineyard, which comes through in the wine's broad textures and darker fruit profile vis-à-vis La Chenade. Black cherry, lavender, cloves, menthol and liquorice add to an impression of somber gravitas. This will need time in the cellar. 2030 - 2043
92-94 Antonio Galloni, Vinous.