Château l'Evangile, Pomerol, Bordeaux 2011 Gifts

Château l'Evangile, Pomerol, Bordeaux 2011 GiftsSpecial Price No Further Discount Applies Chteau L'Evangile is one of the prestigious estates in Pomerol and produces some of the most sought after wines in the appellation. The vineyards are predominantly Merlot, with a small amount of Cabernet Franc and some newer plantings of Cabernet Sauvignon. Vinous Tasting NotesThe 2011 l'Evangile has a rather sweaty bouquet at first, maybe just a little forced in the winery? Menthol scents emerge with time.

It is a marriage of single malts matured for at least 16 years in hand-selected Oloroso sherry butts and bourbon barrels

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Delicate pepper spice from high-quality oak adds complexity

his daughter Alessia manages the 35 hectares of vineyard with another 20 that they rent and manage

with fine-grained tannins and lively acidity

and floral on the nose

all producing excellent sparkling wine fruit

Previously animals used for agriculture

has a rich history that dates to the heart of the Middle Ages (1090 AD)

They are the only bodega to make single vineyard Sherries and are also renowned for their VOS (Very Old Sherry) with over 20 years of ageing and VORS (Very Old Rare Sherry) with over 30 years of ageing

The temperatures were cool for the October harvest and the resulting wines are elegant and fresh - the signs of a classic vintage

a blend of Rabigato