The 1999 Clos l'Eglise was over-shadowed by the feted 1998 at the time, but now with 16 years on the clock, it is really turning into a delightful Pomerol. There is only a touch of maturity on the rim, while the nose is generous: hints of fig infusing the laid-back red berry fruit. It's like a friendly aunt inviting you in the front door. The palate appears now fully mature, but there remains plenty of brambly, almost confit-like fruit to enjoy, supple in the mouth with a fine line of acidity, leather and cedar notes coming through on the finish that is just beginning to show dryness. Enjoy this Pomerol over the next 4-5 years, but probably not longer. Tasted June 2015. - Neal Martin

Offers exotic aromas of crushed berries, with fresh herbs and wet leaves. Full-bodied, featuring velvety tannins and a fruity finish. Silky tannins butter the fruit and the toasty oak. No reason to wait, but will improve with age.—'89/'99 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2009). Drink now. – JS