2010 Clement Pichon

Glossy crimson. Smoky nose. Sweet and round. Lots of fruit. Glossy and rather floral. Medium weight. Slight green streak. Not intense but good balance. (JR)

A major sleeper of the vintage from major builder/contractor Clement Fayat’s fabulous property in the very southern end of the Medoc, Clement-Pichon has turned out a beauty in 2010. Made from 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc, the brilliant Monsieur Rolland is the guru behind the winemaking and consulting at this estate. A round, generously endowed, opulent Medoc bursting with mocha and herb-infused black cherry and black currant fruit, it has a hint of white chocolate, a rich full-bodied mouthfeel, and splendid texture and length. Drink it over the next 7-10 years. A member of the Alliance des Cru Bourgeois du Medoc.

70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc. Blackish crimson. Some very distinctive, spicy aroma – Hungarian oak? Medium weight and all very well balanced but not as exciting as some. Very competently made and could be drunk relatively early. (JR)