2016 | Château Rouget | Pomerol | France

A historic Pomerol near Trotanoy — Merlot-rich Right Bank Bordeaux with Michel Rolland's hand, from the great 2016 vintage.

Château Rouget is one of Pomerol's oldest and most historic estates — its vineyards sit near Troëlanoy and Petit-Village — owned by the Labruère family with the legendary Michel Rolland consulting. It's a Merlot-dominant Right Bank blend from the celebrated 2016 vintage: plush, dark-fruited and beautifully structured.

A historic Pomerol from a great vintage with star consulting is serious Right Bank value. Historic estate, 85% Merlot, 2016, Michel Rolland → plush Pomerol texture → you're drinking real Pomerol pedigree.

• 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc
• Pomerol — Bordeaux, France
• Château Rouget — Labruère family, Michel Rolland consulting
• Historic estate · celebrated 2016 vintage

Ripe plum, black cherry and cassis over cocoa, violet and sweet spice with plush, velvety tannins and a long finish. Translation: classic plush Pomerol — deep, round Merlot fruit with cocoa and floral lift on velvety tannins. Generous now, with the structure to age gracefully.

A historic Pomerol from a benchmark vintage. Exactly the Right Bank Bordeaux for a special roast or the cellar.