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clos l'eglise, pomerol 2020
ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE
95
JEB DUNNUCK
97

2020 clos l'eglise, pomerol

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Why We're Buying

Clos L'Eglise needs no introduction. For the sake of this description, though, we'll write one anyway. It’s the crown jewel of Clos L'Eglise, a highly regarded estate on the right bank of the Dordogne River. The grand vin contains a rich blend of 80 merlot and 20 cabernet franc. As wine critic Jeb Dunnuck described the 2016 vintage, “Clos L'Eglise is a rock star wine.”

Critics Scores

ROBERT PARKER'S WINE ADVOCATE
95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Very deep purple-black colored, the 2020 Clos l'Eglise leaps from the glass with vivacious notes of crushed black cherries, redcurrant jelly and ripe, juicy blackberries, leading to an undercurrent of camphor, graphite and cedar chest, plus a touch of crushed rocks. The medium to full-bodied palate is bursting with ripe black fruits, supported by rounded, approachable tannins and seamless freshness, finishing on a persistent mineral note.

JEB DUNNUCK
97

Jeb Dunnuck

Based on 80 Merlot and 20 Cabernet Franc raised in 70 new French oak, the 2020 Château Clos L'Eglise is a beauty that’s going to match the magical 2009 and 2016. Dense purple-hued, with stunning notes of black cherries, cassis, graphite, licorice, and crushed stone, it hits the palate with full-bodied richness, classic Pomerol elegance and purity, and a great finish. This is a magical, concentrated, blockbuster of a wine that somehow stays and delicate and ethereal as they come. Don't miss it!

JAMES SUCKLING
97

James Suckling

A Pomerol with gorgeous crushed-berry, walnut, hazelnut and chocolate character, as well as a full body with ultra fine tannins that frame the wine beautifully. Extremely long finish. Three super wines in a row since 2018.

VINOUS
97

Vinous

The 2020 Clos L'Eglise is outrageously vivid and hauntingly beautiful. Inky red fruit, wild flowers, mint and rose petal come alive in the glass, all framed by powerful yet well-balanced tannins. Although the 2020 is a young, structured wine, its balance is absolutely impeccable. I can't wait to taste it from bottle. It is a super showing from Hélène Garcin and Patrice Lévêque.

DECANTER
94

Decanter

Inky ruby colour, a muscular big-styled Pomerol which will win plenty of friends. Velvety tannins, great persistency, confident, contemporary and deftly walks the line between concentrated and nuanced.