A solid, tight red with blackberries, black olives and hints of brown sugar and walnuts. Full and tight with fine, persistent tannins. Tight and focused. ~96-97 James Suckling
What could end up being a real superstar in the vintage, the tiny production 2020 Enclos Tourmaline is 100% Merlot, from clay soils, that’s still resting in 100% new French oak. It boasts a rich, powerful, full-bodied style that carries lots of minerality as well as structure to go with ample darker berry and cassis-like fruit, notes of camphor, toasted spice, incense, plenty of background oak, and building tannins. It’s a beautiful wine, but it’s not for those seeking instant gratification. Give bottles 4-5 years at a minimum, and it should keep for 20+. ~94-96+ Jeb Dunnuck
The 2020 Enclos Tourmaline is made from 100% Merlot, harvested on the 16th of September, aging in 100% new French oak barriques. It weighs in with an alcohol of 14.7% and a pH of 3.67. Revealing a very deep purple-black color, it has a profound nose of blackberry pie, blueberry compote and plum preserves, with underlying suggestions of licorice, espresso, black olives and crushed rocks. The rich, full-bodied palate is jam-packed with fragrant black fruit preserves, framed by velvety tannins and a fantastic line of freshness, finishing with great length and wonderful purity. Enclos Tourmaline comes from the lieu-dit Clinet, close to La Fleur-Pétrus and Trotanoy. In 2020, it is anticipated that 2,400 bottles will be made. ~94-96 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
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2020 Enclos Tourmaline Pomerol

2020 Enclos Tourmaline Pomerol
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- "Full With Fine, Persistent Tannins" ~97 James Suckling
- "Could End Up Being a Real Superstar in The Vintage" ~Jeb Dunnuck
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About The Wine
At A Glance
- Varietal:
- Merlot
- Region:
- Bordeaux
- Sub-Appellation:
- Pomerol
- Alcohol:
- 14.7%
- Size:
- 750ml
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- PAIRS WITH
- Steak · Lamb · Cheese · Mushroom Dish
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Low Acidity
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Firm Tannins
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