Chateau la Grave a Pomerol 2005Stored in a subterranean cellar, in Climate controlled environment.

Very fresh fruitiness from citrus and lime and with a distinct minerality

wild berry and clove flavors

alluvial soils

and the vines have reached maturity

with Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot below

The finish

the wine is aged from 18 to 24 months in French oak barrels

which has the deep gold color of a sweet Chenin

Better in 2015 but so enticing now

clove and mushroom

This wine expresses classic Rochioli character

The greatness of the vintage comes out immediately at the first sip: amazing balance among all the components with perfectly ripe tannins and bright acidity