Situated on the northern edge of the plateau of Pomerol, nestled between Château Gazin and Château LaFleur-Pétrus, this wine has been produced by Ets. Jean-Pierre Moueix since 1976. The vineyard (averaging 30 years of age), is planted on soils varying from gravel to clay to silt, allowing for a very elegant expression of Merlot. The vineyard management and vinification are carried out traditionally and with great care, producing a plump, supple, fleshy wine with ripe fruit and silky tannins.
Eminently approachable, even in its youth, Lafleur-Gazin is a delightful expression of the lighter style of
Pomerol wines.
Blend: 70% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc
94 James Suckling A medium-to full-bodied red with vibrant acidity and firm, fine tannins. Bright and polished with berries, walnuts, spices and dried flowers. Milk chocolate, too. Spicy and pretty finish. Barrel Sample: 93-94
92 Falstaff Strong ruby core, purple reflections, broad bright rim. Delicate red berries, redcurrants and vibrant cherries with a hint of tangerine zest. Taut, juicy, fresh cherries on the palate with fine tannins, very animating acidity and a long mineral finish. Great with food.
92 Decanter Dark chocolate-laced wild berries on the nose, hints of fresh raspberries and touches of violet. This has a soft chew on the palate, the tannins giving a plumpness to the texture and giving the fruit a more pronounced, supple frame. This has a lovely refinement to it, the fruit has purity and a crystalline quality while there is depth on the mid-palate to go the long haul. Sleek yet layered with plenty of terroir markers in the soft chalkiness and graphite tone on the tongue. Everything feels in place with hints of Pomerol glamour and completeness. Great! Barrel Sample: 92
92 Jeb Dunnuck The 2021 Château LaFleur-Gazin should be outstanding, offering a medium-bodied, charming, mid-weight style as well as pretty aromatics. Notes of cassis and black raspberries, subtle oak, and some spice all define this forward, enjoyable, balanced 2021 that will drink nicely right out of the gate. Barrel Sample: 90-92
91 Wine Spectator Modest in scale, but fresh and focused, with a pretty beam of cassis and blackberry fruit speckled with a savory edge. Ends with light floral and red tea notes, showing sneaky overall length too. Drink now through 2035.
