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2006 Trotanoy

By Chateau Trotanoy

2006 Trotanoy from Chateau Trotanoy, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France

The 2006 vintage presents an impeccable testament to the steadfast capabilities of Chateau Trotanoy. Coveted amongst connoisseurs and investors alike, this particular rendering of Trotanoy encapsulates the unique character of the Pomerol terroir under the challenging climatic conditions of that year.

 

Nuanced Elegance Amidst Climatic Adversity

The year 2006 was one touched by capricious weather; a hot and dry June gave way to a variable July and August, marked with unpredictable storms that put the mettle of Pomerol's winemakers to the test. But it is precisely in such vintages that the true artisans shine—Chateau Trotanoy being a paragon among them.

The 2006 Trotanoy, in a performance of marvellous dexterity, offers wine aficionados a glimpse into the alchemy between nature and nurture. With its mélange of ripe Merlot and its whisper of Cabernet Franc, this wine unfurls layers of earthy complexity, underscored by truffles and rich plums, gradually revealing hints of chocolate and subtle oak that only years of careful ageing can bestow upon a great Bordeaux.

 

A Vintage Crafted for Discerning Palates

Tasting this noble vintage reveals a meticulous harmony of tannin and fruit. The mouthfeel is seductive yet structured—a balance that echoes across the palate with every sip. While other expressions from Pomerol may pander to more immediate pleasures, it is in the deliberate evolution of this 2006 Trotanoy where we find its quintessence.

As an investment piece from Bordeaux, this vintage stands as a strategic addition to an astute investor’s portfolio, not only for its rarity but also for its resilience and graceful ageing potential. It is reflective of Chateau Trotanoy’s indomitable efforts exerted during an unyielding season, resulting in a wine that not only endures but flourishes.

In closing, the innate brilliance of the 2006 vintage emerges clearly in this offering from Chateau Trotanoy. With poised character and an unwavering dedication to excellence under stressors — factors that sway the investor's choice towards wines with long-term reward — the 2006 Trotanoy exemplifies elegance in defiance of adversity.

Current market price

£1,890.00

12x75cl

Highest score

95

POP score

126

Scores and tasting notes

95+

Tasted blind at Southwold '06 Bordeaux tasting. The Trotanoy has exquisite definition on the nose: more floral with violets interlacing the blueberry, cassis and damson fruit, with underlying mineralite that will develop with time. The palate is medium-bodied, tensile tannins, electric acidity, muscular with lifted black fruits, well-integrated toasty new oak, leading to an opulent finish. This is just a baby, but what a bonny one it is. Great potential. Tasted January 2010.

Neal Martin - Wine Journal Jul 2010

93

Showing better than it did from barrel, the 2006 Trotanoy does have one consistent characteristic that seems to be pervasive no matter what the vintage’s style and personality is – an earthy, big-boned, brawny, muscular style. This wine is deep, rich, full-bodied, with loads of meaty black cherry fruit intermixed with crushed rocks, truffle, and a hint of autumnal vegetation. The wine is broad, deep, and built for serious connoisseurs with cellars to wait it out. This wine needs 4-5 years of cellaring and should keep for at least two decades. It is an impressive Trotanoy, but not one for those unable to defer their gratification.

Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 24 February 2009

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