2000 Chateau Gazin
By Chateau Gazin
2000 Chateau Gazin from Chateau Gazin, Pomerol, Bordeaux
The millennium brought forth an array of exquisite vintages from Bordeaux, yet it is the 2000 Chateau Gazin from Chateau Gazin that commands particular admiration. As an exemplar of Pomerol's innate grandeur, this wine encapsulates the fortunate synchrony of climate and skill that made the turn of the century one to remember for wine enthusiasts.
Millennial Mastery: A Notable Vintage
The vinous narrative of the year 2000 spins a tale of optimal weather patterns—providing Pomerol with a conducive canvas to produce a vintage that possesses a unique blend of power and elegance. In tipping my glass, the 2000 Chateau Gazin reveals a layered bouquet, an olfactory treat delivering complex aromas of ripe blackberry, truffle, and hints of leather and tobacco. Such a nose tantalises the senses, hinting at the depth this wine promises.
Investment in Liquid Luxury
When one conjures considerations of fine wine investment, attributes such as longevity and potential for evolution are paramount. The 2000 Chateau Gazin reaches into this realm with aplomb; it is a sophisticated choice for investors seeking to expand their cellar's breadth with a wine assured to mature gracefully, increasing its desirability—and value—in the process.
On the palate, the vintage struts its pedigree through silky tannins and a velvety mouthfeel. Dark fruits continue to dominate alongside a refined minerality that speaks to the distinctive terroir of Pomerol. Nearing its third decade, my latest tasting revealed an opulent spectrum still vibrantly alive, confirming that this vintage continues to evolve splendidly within its bottle's confines.
To conclude, investing in the 2000 Chateau Gazin heralds not only the possession of a remarkable vintage from Chateau Gazin but also signifies owning a fragment of Bordeaux's great millennium triumph. This wine remains eloquent testament to the esteemed cadre of Bordeaux vintages; it is a divinely etched chapter in Pomerol's revered enological annals – one that connoisseurs and investors alike would be prudent not to overlook.
Market price (HKD)
HK$12,040.00
12x75cl
Highest score
92
POP score
105
Scores and tasting notes
A big, backward, full-bodied Pomerol, the 2000 Gazin appears to have added weight as well as structure. Still young, it exhibits beautiful notes of sandy, loamy soil intermixed with mulberries, black cherries, cedar, and licorice. Tightly wound, powerful, and rich, with noticeable oak, it needs another 3-5 years of bottle age, and should drink well for two decades.
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 28 June 2010