42,50 38,75
- Availability:
- 25
- Product Code:
- rene_pomerol
- Delivery time:
- max 7 days
The wine shows an intense purple / ruby-red color. On the nose, it offers elegant and inviting aromas of ripe yet fresh fruit, think black cherries, blackberries, or cassis, complemented by floral notes (violets), sometimes hints of cedar, spices, or white pepper. With further evolution, hints of truffle, tobacco, or cocoa may also develop. In the mouth, the wine is balanced and well-structured: a fresh attack followed by juicy, pure dark fruit, good volume, and firm yet refined tannins. The finish is long, with pure fruitiness and sometimes soft vanilla or spicy oak notes.
Vivino 4.1/5
Pairs particularly well with red meat (entrecôte, rack of lamb), game, stews, or rich cheeses. Also dishes with sauces or autumn/winter dishes work well.
This wine can certainly be decanted! Serve at 15-18°C.
Cellaring:
According to experts, the 2020 is already drinkable in 2025, but the wine can easily age for another 10–20 years. Optimal drinking period is roughly 2025–2045.
Awards & Recognitions:
- 93/100 James Suckling
- 94/100 Vinous
- 91/100 Robert Parker
- Guides such as Bettane & Desseauve and mentions in Decanter regularly praise Clos René — indicating that the estate and its wines are “consistently recognized”.
History of the estate: Clos René is one of the oldest châteaux in Pomerol — its origins date back to the 18th century, when it was known as “Reney”. The current “château” — as shown on the label — dates from around 1880.
Location & Terroir: The vineyards are located in the far west of the Pomerol appellation, south of Lalande‑de‑Pomerol and near Château de Sales. The soil consists of sand and gravel, with an iron-rich subsoil. The average vine age is around 35 years.
Owners & Style: The estate is owned by the Garde and Lasserre families. Since 2018, consultant Thomas Duclos has guided the estate, which according to various merchants has improved quality and consistency.
Wine philosophy & reputation: Clos René is known as a “classic” Pomerol: not excessive, but elegant, stable, and respectful of terroir and tradition. The wines are seen as a reliable Bordeaux reference and are considered excellent value by many Belgian importers.
Production & Accessibility: The estate is relatively modest (around 12 hectares) — this makes the wines often less expensive than the “grand crus”, but still accessible and consistently of good quality.
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