Château Clinet Pomerol 2006

Darker fruit profile than 2005, still majoring on cassis and bilberry even at 16 years old, tannins retain their control, alongside an earthy edge to the liquorice root and raspberry leaf undertow, then softer strawberries at it relaxes. The architecture will soften further over the next few years, no need to rush to drink this, and if you do so soon, suggest giving it a good few hours in a carafe to reallly open up. Ronan Laborde owner. 60% new oak.