What truly defines great Pomerol? In this video, I compare two neighbouring estates from my cellar — Château La Conseillante and Château L’Évangile — across three benchmark vintages.
🍷 Château La Conseillante vs Château L’Évangile
00:00 Intro
00:50 Why Pomerol Is Unique
01:34 Pomerol’s History
02:55 Château La Conseillante
03:37 Château L’Évangile
04:21 Vintage 2005 Comparison
05:41 Vintage 2010 Comparison
06:53 Vintage 2016 Comparison
08:13 Price Evolution Recap
In this episode, I explore:
– The terroir of Pomerol and what makes it unique
– The history of La Conseillante and L’Évangile
– How each estate interprets the same terroir
– How the wines have evolved over time
– Their price evolution
– Which wines stand out in each vintage
Pomerol is one of Bordeaux’s smallest but most sought-after appellations, known for Merlot-based wines of remarkable silkiness, depth and aromatic complexity.
Comparing these estates across vintages offers a fascinating look at how style, terroir and winemaking interact. If you enjoy deep dives into Bordeaux estates and vintages, feel free to subscribe.
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