2016 Chateau La Fleur-Petrus, Pomerol 1x750ml

Vinous 86

The 2016 La Fleur feels a little smudged on the nose of mulberry and dark plum aromas; brown spices come through with aeration. The palate is rounded and generous with good grip and density and just a slight bitterness on the finish. So-so. [Neal Martin, 24/01/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2029

Robert Parker 97

Blended of 91% Merlot and 9% Cabernet Franc, the medium garnet-purple colored 2016 la Fleur-Petrus reveals stunning Black Forest cake, redcurrant jelly and wilted roses scents with underlying suggestions of pencil shavings, yeast extract, dark chocolate and cloves. Medium to full-bodied, the mid-palate possesses superb intensity and depth with layers of perfumed black fruits and loads of red fruit sparks framed by firm, ripe, grainy tannins and oodles of freshness, finishing on a lingering earthy note. [Lisa Perrotti-Brown, 30/11/2018]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2048