Chateau Siaurac Lalande de Pomerol 2016 (750ml)
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Description
On Pomerol's right-bank doorstep, Lalande-de-Pomerol turns out Merlot-led Bordeaux blends that trade some of its neighbor's density for approachability, and this 2016 from Chateau Siaurac sits comfortably in that mold. It is a still red built on the classic right-bank template, plush fruit set against structure, and 2016 was a vintage that rewarded ripeness without sacrificing freshness.
The color runs deep, nearly purple-black, and the nose leans opulent: spiced plum, boysenberry, kirsch and chocolate-covered cherry, with leather, mocha and a cool menthol lift threading through. On the palate it is supple and generous, plump red and black fruit given a savory counterweight by licorice and spice so the sweetness never runs away. Tannins are velvety, the weight is real, and a minty freshness on the long finish keeps it lively. Still a touch brooding, it has the balance to keep developing.
Product Details
| Category | Wine |
| Color | Red |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Subregion | Lalande-de-Pomerol |
| Varietal | Bordeaux Blend Red |
| Producer | Chateau Siaurac |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Size | 750 ML |
| Subtype | Still |
Expert Reviews
The 2020 Siaurac is a racy, explosive wine that shows the more exuberant side of the vintage. Super-ripe dark cherry, plum, kirsch, mocha and new leather race out of the glass. This exuberant Lalande de Pomerol is captivating in its beauty and sheer allure, but it is very much on the more opulent side of things.
Supple and generous, this has a nice bounce to it with succulent, almost sweet red cherry flavours balanced by liquorice giving a savoury edge and just stopping some of the fruit forwardness. Tannins are lovely, and this has a great weight, just a bit brooding right now. Plump and round still with freshness and a spiced finish.
The 2020 Siaurac sports a deep purple-black color and fragrant notions of spiced plums, boysenberries and chocolate-covered cherries, with hints of menthol and unsmoked cigars. The medium to full-bodied palate is laden with ripe black berry layers, framed by velvety tannins and just enough freshness, finishing long with a minty lift.