Winemaker Notes
Located on a unique clay-gravel slope in the village of Néac, the Château Tournefeuille vineyard has stunning views of the famous Pomerol terroirs and the legendary Petrus plateau. The wines here are characterized by their roundness, density, power and length; drawing all their complexity from this terroir.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Ripe dark berries are intertwined with herbal undertones and a touch of espresso. The round, medium- to full-bodied palate has a cohesive structure, with a flavorful finish. A blend of 76% merlot and 24% cabernet sauvignon.
One of the world’s most classic and popular styles of red wine, Bordeaux-inspired blends have spread from their homeland in France to nearly every corner of the New World. Typically based on either Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot and supported by Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot, the best of these are densely hued, fragrant, full of fruit and boast a structure that begs for cellar time. Somm Secret—Blends from Bordeaux are generally earthier compared to those from the New World, which tend to be fruit-dominant.
On the northern border of the acclaimed Pomerol region, Lalande de Pomerol is an incredible source of impressive Merlot-based wines, but at a fraction of the price compared to its southern neighbor. The region has the potential to offer the same concentration of the finest in Pomerol, but typically not without a touch of appealing rusticity.