2021 Vieux Chateau Certan

2021 Vieux Chateau Certan, Pomerol, France Aromatic, fresh and flavoursome.From winter to the end of March, the first part of the 2021 growing season was marked by mild temperatures and frequent rainfall, which brought about a fast budding of the vines.Once the threat of April frosts had passed, a full flowering and a managed healthy vine canopy from spring till the beginning of summer ensured that solid foundations for the vintage had been laid down.The summer continued in temperate and frequently wet weatherconditions up till the middle of August.Four glorious weeks of hot, dry and sunny weather then set in.Thank to these favourable conditions, the Merlot was superbly balanced, supple and perfumed. It brings uplift and roundness to the blend.The Cabernet Franc displayed aromatic intensity and its hallmark character. It shows delicacy, length of flavour and breed and gives a shimmering aspect to the wine.Finally, the Cabernet Sauvignon, brings a floral finishing touch and added struct