Chateau La Croix de Gay creates this flagship wine, Chateau Lafleur de Gay, with an intent to showcase the depth and power possible from old vine fruit of Pomerol, from their site wedged between Petrus and Lafleur. The cuvee is unique as it is 100% Merlot, a near radical move from estates of Pomerol. The grapes are hand-harvested and fermented in concrete before the wine is sent to 100% new oak to mature for 18 months. The powerful style sees around only 1000 cases produced a year.

This Cabernet Merlot by Tenuta san Guido was created for two reasons: first of all, the desire to see what they could accomplish with Merlot, a grape that they had never used before; second, the desire to offer the consumer a wine which could be appreciated at a younger age compared to their veteran Sassicaia.

With plenty of blackberry, plum, mulberry and menthol-like fruit and fine, rusty, almost unyielding tannins, this is a strong, firm wine by Wendouree with plenty of lasting power. The Shiraz component derives from vineyard plots that include bush vine material. Parcels of very old vine Malbec bring further distinctiveness. The wine is vinified in open fermenters and matured for 12 months in new and used French oak.

Taylors St Andrews Shiraz from the Clare Valley is a classic and is consistently a show-stopper. The bouquet shows rich plum and cherry fruit with earthy spice and the palate is perfectly balanced with soft silky tannins.

Château Clinet is a rising star in the small Right Bank region of Pomerol. With its gravely soil mixed with sand, Château Clinet has gradually increased the Merlot component of the wine to produce a voluptuous, smooth and yet still complex red wine that is both pleasing upon release and turns into a read star with a few years in the cellar.

The Chateau Moulinet 1990 from Pomerol, Bordeaux, France is a wine that exudes elegance and refinement. Upon opening, the deep ruby hue immediately catches the eye, hinting at the intensity of the vintage. On the nose, aromas of dark cherry, blackcurrant, and tobacco mingle with subtle notes of leather and cedar. The palate is equally complex, with layers of ripe plum, blackberry, and dark chocolate, balanced by silky tannins and a hint of spice. The oak is well-integrated, adding depth and structure to the wine. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a rich and velvety sensation on the tongue. This wine has clearly aged gracefully, showcasing the quality and expertise of Chateau Moulinet. It is a true testament to the timelessness of Bordeaux wines. Enjoy now or cellar for a few more years to fully appreciate its potential.