2023 Château La Fleur de Gay Pomerol Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2023
Château La Fleur de Gay (Pomerol)
Flowers, black cherries, and dark chocolate in a voluptuous, opulent style, with freshness, layers of dark red pit fruits, wet earth, and a velvety, lush, finish. This is a hedonistic wine that will deliver a lot of pleasure over the next 15-20 years. The wine was produced from 100% old vine Merlot. Drink from 2028-2047. 94-96 Pts. 324 Views Tasted May 4, 2024 |
When to Drink Chateau La Fleur de Gay, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau La Fleur de Gay can be decanted for an average of 1 - 2 hours, when young. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Chateau La Fleur de Gay is usually better with at least 7-9 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. Chateau La Fleur de Gay offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 9-22 years of age after the vintage.
Serving Chateau La Fleur de Gay with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau La Fleur de Gay is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift.
Chateau La Fleur de Gay is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes. Chateau La Fleur de Gay is also good with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta.
