Chateau LaCabanne
Pomerol Red Bordeaux Blend
Pomerol, Libournais, Bordeaux, France
Château La Cabanne 2023 – Pomerol, BDX France 🇫🇷
Overview
A pure and unapologetic expression of 100% Merlot delivering power, clarity, and structural precision rather than softness or sweetness. The wine leans bone-dry, mineral-driven, and firmly built, showcasing Pomerol’s clay intensity with serious depth and a refreshingly non-commercial profile. A compelling value expression of authentic Merlot character.
Aromas & Flavors
Black plum, blackberry skin, dark cherry, crushed iron stone, cocoa nib, graphite dust, subtle earth, dried herbs and restrained oak spice.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus to full-bodied with firm structure, compact tannins, restrained fruit sweetness, focused acidity, and a long, dry, linear finish that emphasizes purity and tension over plushness.
Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, mushroom ragù, steak frites, aged hard cheeses, herb-roasted pork.
Verdict
A serious, terroir-first Merlot that breaks the stereotype of softness and sweetness. It delivers honest structure, mineral grip, and excellent value positioning, making it a strong reference for understanding Pomerol’s more disciplined side.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is the kind of Merlot that surprises people, bone dry, focused, and unapologetically structured, yet deeply satisfying. A fantastic reminder that great Merlot doesn’t have to be plush or sweet to be compelling. Pure drive, pure character, and a killer value play.
Château La Cabanne 2023 – Pomerol, BDX France 🇫🇷
Overview
A pure and unapologetic expression of 100% Merlot delivering power, clarity, and structural precision rather than softness or sweetness. The wine leans bone-dry, mineral-driven, and firmly built, showcasing Pomerol’s clay intensity with serious depth and a refreshingly non-commercial profile. A compelling value expression of authentic Merlot character.
Aromas & Flavors
Black plum, blackberry skin, dark cherry, crushed iron stone, cocoa nib, graphite dust, subtle earth, dried herbs and restrained oak spice.
Mouthfeel
Medium-plus to full-bodied with firm structure, compact tannins, restrained fruit sweetness, focused acidity, and a long, dry, linear finish that emphasizes purity and tension over plushness.
Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye, lamb chops, mushroom ragù, steak frites, aged hard cheeses, herb-roasted pork.
Verdict
A serious, terroir-first Merlot that breaks the stereotype of softness and sweetness. It delivers honest structure, mineral grip, and excellent value positioning, making it a strong reference for understanding Pomerol’s more disciplined side.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is the kind of Merlot that surprises people, bone dry, focused, and unapologetically structured, yet deeply satisfying. A fantastic reminder that great Merlot doesn’t have to be plush or sweet to be compelling. Pure drive, pure character, and a killer value play.
Alessandro had this 2 years ago
Alessandro had this 2 years ago
Apr 24th, 2024