2013 Trotanoy
By Chateau Trotanoy
2013 Trotanoy from Chateau Trotanoy, Pomerol, Bordeaux
The 2013 vintage from the revered Chateau Trotanoy stands as a testament to the resilience and dexterity of this illustrious Pomerol estate. Despite a rather challenging year climatically, where diligence and precision in the vineyard were paramount, the 2013 Trotanoy has emerged with grace and complexity.
An Exemplar of Skilled Winemaking
Where other vintages may revel in the ease of a benevolent growing season, 2013 conversely required adroit skill to navigate the weak flowering and mercurial summer conditions. The resultant yield from Chateau Trotanoy was smaller but impressively focused, offering an exquisite balance of ripeness and acidity—a clear advantage for discerning fine wine investors.
A Vintage Reflection
In the glass, this iteration articulates the nuances of its singular vintage with aplomb. The 2013 Trotanoy is redolent with alluring aromas that hint at plum compote, crushed autumn leaves, and a subtle stroke of iron—perhaps a nod to the ferrous-rich terroir. The palate is defined by a harmonious interplay of structured tannins and a vibrant core of dark fruit underscored by a whisper of spice and earth.
The wine's aging potential remains firm, suggesting that patience will reward those who allow it to unfurl over time—a crucial consideration for wine as an investment vehicle. The 2013 Trotanoy illustrates not only the pedigree of Chateau Trotanoy but also encapsulates the vivid story of overcoming adversity through meticulous cultivation and vinification.
Drawing from the strengths of its storied past while presenting a narrative unique to its own season, the 2013 vintage occupies a compelling space in Pomerol’s historical tapestry. In essence, it is a chronicle bottled—a narrative imbued in each decanter that speaks to both the connoisseur and investor alike. As such, it presents as an astute addition to any portfolio, promising both sensorial delight and potential appreciation in value over time.
Current market price
£1,100.00
12x75cl
Highest score
92
POP score
91.67
Scores and tasting notes
Only 1,000 cases of the 2013 Trotanoy were produced (about half of the usual production). One of the stars as well as a major sleeper of the vintage, it is an atypically big, rich, full-boned effort with enough tannin and depth to require 2-3 years of cellaring. There is lots of purity as well as a strong, underlying, earthy, iron-like component intermixed with plenty of black cherry and black currant fruit, and hints of licorice and truffles. This impressive medium to full-bodied wine is atypically concentrated and rich for the vintage. Drink it over the next 12-15 years.
Robert Parker Jr - Wine Advocate #214 Aug 2014
The 2013 Trotanoy appears to be maturing nicely in bottle. What I appreciate is the precision on the nose. No, it is not as complex or as intense as other vintages, yet there is admirable detail here, crushed stone mixed with redcurrant and blackberry. The palate is medium-bodied and clearly has commendable depth as it gently grips the mouth. There is substance here, more body if less roundness vis-a-vis the 2013 La Fleur Petrus with a slight edginess towards the finish and a hint of black truffle and smoke on the aftertaste. This should be considered as a success for the vintage and I can see it giving a couple of decades of drinking pleasure.
Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 28 October 2016