2023 Château Tour Maillet Pomerol

Winery Château Tour Maillet

Château Tour Maillet is a small, traditional estate in Pomerol with a long family history. The château operates with limited production and a clear focus on quality, with precision in the vineyard and careful vinification taking center stage. The Tour Maillet style is characterized by refinement, texture, and a distinct Pomerol character, without excess or heavy extract.

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Region, climate and location

Pomerol is known for its clay and gravel-rich soils, ideal for Merlot. Château Tour Maillet occupies a privileged location within the appellation, where the soil structure and microclimate contribute to ripeness and aromatic depth. The 2023 vintage offered conditions that combined concentration with freshness, resulting in wines with balance and tension.

Vineyards

The vineyards of Château Tour Maillet are small-scale and carefully managed. Low yields and targeted selection produce grapes with intensity and purity. The combination of clay and gravel contributes to structure, roundness, and aging potential.

Grape varieties and composition

The wine is dominated by Merlot, complemented by a small amount of Cabernet Franc. Merlot provides roundness and a velvety texture, while Cabernet Franc adds freshness and aromatic tension.

Harvest, vinification and maturation

The grapes are harvested by hand and carefully selected. Vinification focuses on precision and smooth extraction to preserve the wine's natural texture. Maturation takes place in oak barrels, where the wood enhances structure and complexity without overpowering the fruit.

Color, smell and taste

The wine has a deep ruby red color. The nose reveals aromas of ripe blackcurrant, cherry, and spice, complemented by notes of cocoa and mocha. On the palate, the wine combines vibrant acidity with a velvety, seamless texture. The tannins are fine and polished, while their concentration and length complement the natural roundness of the fruit. The finish remains energetic and precise, with a long, elegant finish.

Development and drinking window

The 2023 Château Tour Maillet was awarded 95 points. The wine is already remarkably harmonious, but will continue to deepen and refine in the coming years. It can be enjoyed both young and with confidence, as well as aged further.

Summary of professional reviews

James Suckling awarded the wine 95 points, praising the combination of ripe black fruit, spices, and mocha with a refined texture. He emphasized the lively acidity, the polished structure, and the balance between concentration and roundness. According to Suckling, this is a wine that already shows charm but will continue to improve in the coming years.

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