Vieux Chateau Certan 2020

Vieux Chateau Certan 2020 is a profound Pomerol offering blackberry, ripe plum, black cherry, violet, graphite, cedar, and subtle spice. Rich and polished, the palate combines concentrated fruit, silky tannins, vibrant freshness, and remarkable depth, building toward a long, refined and complex finish.

Food Pairing: Pair with beef tenderloin, roasted lamb, duck breast, braised short ribs, truffle dishes, or aged cheeses for an elegant Pomerol pairing.

100 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

The 2020 Vieux Chateau Certan is a profound Pomerol, offering an extraordinary spectrum of red, blue and black fruits accented by floral nuances and subtle spice. Full-bodied and deeply concentrated, it combines firm, perfectly ripe tannins with remarkable purity, precision and balance. Built for exceptional longevity, it should evolve beautifully for decades.

100 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Composed of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, the 2020 Vieux Chateau Certan gradually reveals black plums, Morello cherries, candied violets, black truffles and crushed stone, followed by black tea, licorice, Sichuan pepper and earthy nuances. Medium- to full-bodied, it combines exceptionally ripe, silky tannins with vibrant freshness, layered dark fruit and remarkable seamlessness. Mineral, savory and floral notes linger through the extraordinarily complex finish. Barrel Sample: 98–100.

99 Points - James Suckling

Extraordinary clarity defines a perfumed bouquet of ink, iodine, blackberry and blueberry. Full-bodied and impressively deep, the palate combines fine tannins with superb concentration and texture. Complex yet energetic, it maintains remarkable precision through an exceptionally long, vibrant finish. Barrel Sample: 98–99.

97 Points - Wine Enthusiast

With a higher proportion of Merlot than usual, this wine delivers abundant rich fruit supported by exceptionally fine tannins. Concentrated yet velvety, its structure provides impressive depth while maintaining an expressive, perfumed character. Beautifully balanced and poised for extensive development in bottle. Barrel Sample: 95–97.

95 Points - Decanter

Concentrated and complex, this Vieux Chateau Certan combines a silky, velvety texture with remarkable freshness, energy and juiciness. Dense, muscular tannins provide structure while generous Merlot fruit becomes increasingly expressive with air. Opulent without becoming heavy, it offers impressive persistence, balance and considerable potential for long-term aging.