Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol Grand Vin 2021
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Vieux Château Certan Pomerol Grand Vin 2021 is a beautifully aromatic and elegant wine from one of the most prestigious estates in Pomerol. This vintage is known for its freshness and fine perfume, with a structure enhanced by the 20% Cabernet Franc in the blend. The wine showcases a medium to deep purple-red color and offers a savory, complex nose with dark licorice fruit and delicate leafy hints. On the palate, it reveals concentrated black plum flavors, backed by earthy notes and black licorice. The fresh acidity adds vibrancy, while the fine tannins integrate seamlessly with the fruit, creating a balanced and harmonious wine. The finish is long and lean, with lingering hints of licorice, tobacco leaf, and cedar, rounding out the wine with a touch of tannic grip and balanced alcohol.
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Bottle details
| Type | Bordeaux Blend |
|---|---|
| Brand | Vieux Chateau Certan |
| Producer | Vieux Château Certan |
| Origin | Pomerol, France |
| Strength | 14% ABV (28 proof) |
| Bottle size | 750 ml |
| Made from | Merlot-dominant blend with Cabernet Franc |
Why Liquor Geeks recommends it
This Merlot-dominant Pomerol from Vieux Château Certan shows the 2021 vintage's freshness and fine perfume rather than sheer weight. The 20% Cabernet Franc in the blend adds a savory, leafy lift and a firmer structure. The nose opens on dark licorice, black plum and delicate leafy notes. On the palate it is medium-bodied, with concentrated plum and earthy black licorice carried by bright acidity and fine, well-integrated tannins, then a long, lean finish of tobacco leaf and cedar. It suits two kinds of buyers. One is the Bordeaux drinker who wants an elegant Right Bank red for a special dinner now. The other is the collector looking to lay down a bottle that will keep developing complexity and depth in the cellar. We carry it because it shows Pomerol's savory, perfumed side with real precision. It also rewards patience, whether that means a couple of hours in a decanter or years resting on its side.
Pairs well with
- Roasted duck breast — The wine's concentrated black plum fruit and fresh acidity balance the richness of the duck.
- Wild mushroom risotto — Earthy mushroom flavors echo the wine's earthy, savory licorice notes.
- Special occasion dinner — Its elegance and long cedar-and-tobacco finish make it a natural centerpiece for a celebratory meal.
Questions about this bottle
What grapes are in this wine?
What grapes are in this wine?
It is a Merlot-dominant Bordeaux blend with 20% Cabernet Franc. The Cabernet Franc gives the wine extra structure along with its leafy, savory aromatic notes.
What does the 2021 Vieux Château Certan taste like?
What does the 2021 Vieux Château Certan taste like?
Expect a savory nose of dark licorice, black plum and delicate leafy hints. The palate is medium-bodied, with concentrated black plum and earthy black licorice, fresh acidity and fine tannins. The finish is long and lean, with licorice, tobacco leaf and cedar.
Should I drink it now or cellar it?
Should I drink it now or cellar it?
Either works. The wine is approachable now, especially after decanting. It will also continue to develop in bottle, gaining more complexity and depth over time, which makes it a good candidate for a collection.
How should I serve it?
How should I serve it?
Decant it for at least one to two hours to open up the aromatics and soften the tannins. Serve it at 60-65°F (15-18°C). This 750 ml bottle is 14.0% ABV.
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