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2016 Le Pin

By Chateau Le Pin

2016 Le Pin from Chateau Le Pin, Pomerol, Bordeaux

Enveloping the senses with an opulent bouquet and the polished pedigree indicative of its heralded provenance, the 2016 Le Pin from Chateau Le Pin asserts its stature amongst connoisseurs and investors alike. This immaculate vintage stands as a testament to the meticulous viticulture and chais work that orchestrates the Pomerol symphony.

 

A Resplendent Vintage Marrying Elegance and Structure

The 2016 vintage in Pomerol was graced by a near-miraculous growing season, with ideal conditions that forged wines of both power and delicacy. The 2016 Le Pin casts an enchanting spell, revealing itself with a finesse that simultaneously embraces concentration and refined structure. The vineyard's intimate size ensures each bottle benefits from unremitting individual attention, dignifying its investment allure.

 

Unveiling Complex Terroir Expressions

One immediately notes the supreme balance in the glass—a harmonious interplay between ripe, sumptuous fruit, and exquisitely tuned tannins. Its understated elegance is a quintessential feature of the 2016 offering from this esteemed Pomerol estate. Black cherry, truffle, and hints of violet emerge ethereally on the palate, underpinned by a subtle minerality quintessential to the terroir's iron-rich clay soils.

The deft touch of new oak frames the wine beautifully but never overshadows the purity of fruit that Le Pin is renowned for. This ability to encapsulate power within grace is what sets the 2016 vintage apart—a compelling narrative of climatic benevolence and insightful winemaking.

For investors eyeing an addition to their portfolio, this commanding vintage not only promises maturation with distinction but also symbolizes a rhapsody in oenological craftsmanship—one that resonates deeply with those attuned to Pomerol's finest expressions. The potential for this wine to accrue value over time is anchored by its rarity and acclaimed lineage.

 

A Vintage Paragon for Pomerol Aficionados

In summation, 2016 Le Pin encapsulates everything sought after in a fine wine investment—provenance, scarcity, and an unwavering trajectory towards maturation splendour. A jewel in the crown of Bordeaux, this vintage eloquently narrates an exceptional year for Chateau Le Pin within the storied canvas of Pomerol.

Current market price

£34,650.00

12x75cl

Highest score

100

POP score

1732.5

Scores and tasting notes

99-100

There is something decadent and wild about this Le Pin. Medium to full body, yet somehow wild and crazy— exotic. What a finish! This is real Le Pin. The dry weather reduced the production. 18 hectoliters. Reminds me of the unique 1986. Yeah...!

James Suckling - jamessuckling.com, April 4th 2017

98

The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Le Pin is still very closed, revealing glimpses of preserved plums, blackberry pie and raspberry compote plus suggestions of potpourri, star anise, tobacco, fenugreek and stewed tea plus a waft of hoisin. The medium-bodied palate is opulent, rich and plush with layers of black and red fruit preserves and loads of exotic spice accents, finishing very long and very decadent.

Lisa Perrotti-Brown - The Wine Advocate, 30 November 2018

19

Glowing crimson. Smudgy sweet ink on the nose. Very pure nose. Lifted and lively and real energy. Round and quite delicate and burgundian. Real drive and elegance and polish. This is a real winner! 

Jancis Robinson - jancisrobinson.com

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