Peter Maude Fine Wines
2020, Château L'Etoile, LALANDE DE POMEROL)
$68
2012 marked the beginning of the collaboration between François and Guillaume Thienpont. Together, they selected this single vineyard for l’etoile and work with the vinegrower from the growing to the ageing process. This cuvée, located in the heart of the Lalande de Pomerol appellation, embodies the full finesse that Merlot can express on gravelly soils. 80% Merlot 20% Cab Franc
Made by the winemaker who makes VCC & Le Pin. Beautiful colour of garnet/ruby with orangey rim. Sous bois, iris nose with elegant minerality. I really liked this.
Katharine Maude April 2025