Château La Croix Du Casse, Pomerol AOC (2018)

Château La Croix Du Casse was for many years owned and administered by Jean-Michel Arcaute, who also owned Chateau Jonqueyres and world famous Château Clinet. He was one of Bordeaux`s true innovators and propelled Croix du Casse into the front line of Pomerol properties. Located at the southern tip of the Pomerol plateau , the Château La Croix du Casse vineyard extends over a terroir characteristic of the appellation, made up of ancient gravel and sand with an underlayer containing a significant proportion of iron dross. VARIETALS 93% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

Appearance: Bright ruby red dress.

Nose: Beautifully presented, with a frank aroma of toast, black fruit and plums.

Palate: The attack is suave, and the wine continues to evolve, with moderate power but good continuity.

Ageing: Aged in barrels (about 50% new) for a period of 16 to 20 months.

Pairing: Ideal with braised beef, skewers of guinea fowl, duck fillets with honey, Toulouse cassoulet and pheasant casserole. READINESS FOR DRINKING Drink from 2025 to 2040.