2015 Conseillante, Pomerol

Tasting Note

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: Merlot 81%, Cabernet Franc 19%. 70% new barrels. 75% of production. Marielle Cazaux's first vintage as winemaker. A great spice bazaar nose, positively exotic. The velvety tannins make it approachable. Vanillin sweetness, with a ripe, chocolate-coated cherries finish, dusted with cocoa. 

Adam Bilbey: Nose needs a little coaxing out the glass and then violet, blueberry and white chocolate comes out. Deceptively concentrated, this gently unfurls before you. The palate is a little more dense and firmer, with a solid core of blackberry and blueberry, and an overall size and power that is impressive. This has more structure and robustness than recent vintages, suggesting it may need more time to mature.