2008 Château Lafleur-Gazin Pomerol Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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Medium bodied, low key Pomerol with a red cherry core of fruit that is fully ready to drink. 3,895 Views Tasted May 4, 201608 Château La Fleur Gazin. This château is located on the plateau close to Petrus and Lafleur. The wine shows some black fruit, chocolate, and raspberry on the nose. It was made in a light style. It has a nice feel on the palate and ends with a soft, plum finish. 3,774 Views Tasted Jul 30, 2009 |
When to Drink Chateau Lafleur-Gazin, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Lafleur-Gazin can be enjoyed on the young side with an hour or two of decanting. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume.
Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. The wine is better with 4-6 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. In the best years, Chateau Lafleur-Gazin will be at its best between 5 and 12 years of age after the vintage.
Serving and Decanting Chateau Lafleur-Gazin with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau Lafleur-Gazin is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Chateau Lafleur-Gazin is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau Lafleur-Gazin is also good with Asian dishes, and hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.