2006 Chateau Lafleur Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JL 96 JS 93 JR 93 WA 93 WS 93 VN 92
JL 96

TheWineCellarInsider.com, May 2016

Flowers, fresh churned earth, cherry pipe tobacco, cocoa and cigar box aromas are making their presence known. Still young, the wine is fresh, supple and tannic. While the wine demands time and the tannins are clearly...
JS 93

jamessuckling.com, April 2011

On the nose this shows many of the floral and dark berry notes of the 2005, but less intense. Full and silky, with beautiful juicy fruit on the palate and a long, delicate finish. I love how this prepares your palate for...
JR 93

Jancis Robinson's Purple Pages, January 2010

Looks quite evolved. Polished, lifted, light leathery notes with Burgundian fragrance. Really rather charming and it certainly has some luscious fruit in the middle. Though it is not terribly persistent. 18/20
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2016

Tasted at the château and then blind at Farr Vintners' tasting, the 2006 Lafleur is a vintage that I have not tasted for a few years. It has a well-defined bouquet with kirsch, strawberry, touches of melted tar and that...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, June 2009

This starts off very slow, then opens to violet and lilac, with crushed raspberry and strawberry. Full-bodied, with racy, intense acidity and tannins. Powerful and layered, with wonderful, subtle fruit and a long finish...
VN 92

Vinous, December 2023

The 2006 Lafleur is a vintage that I have not encountered for a little while. It is similar to how it tasted at a decade old with wild strawberry, blackberry and hints of cooked meat on the nose, still pretty backward and...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pomerol
Vintage 2006
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

The 2006 Chateau Lafleur is a remarkable Bordeaux Blend wine that hails from the prestigious Pomerol region in Bordeaux, France. With its deep red color and elegant label, this wine exudes sophistication and class. Crafted by the esteemed producer, Chateau Lafleur, this wine is a true representation of their commitment to excellence.

On the nose, this wine offers a delightful bouquet of violet and lilac, accompanied by enticing aromas of crushed raspberry and strawberry. As you take your first sip, you will be greeted by a full-bodied palate, brimming with racy acidity and well-integrated tannins. The wine showcases a powerful and layered structure, adorned with subtle fruit flavors that linger on the palate.

Renowned wine critic, James Suckling, describes this wine as full and silky, with beautiful juicy fruit and a long, delicate finish. He suggests that this wine should be enjoyed after 2015, allowing it to fully develop its potential. Similarly, Wine Spectator awards this wine an impressive score of 93, praising its intense acidity and tannins, along with its wonderful subtle fruit.

Jancis Robinson, another respected critic, notes that the 2006 Chateau Lafleur displays charming and luscious fruit, with polished and lifted aromas. She highlights the wine's Burgundian fragrance and its medium persistence on the palate. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also commends this vintage, noting its well-defined bouquet and cohesive black fruit flavors. Jeff Leve, from TheWineCellarInsider.com, gives this wine a remarkable score of 96, describing its fresh earthiness, cherry pipe tobacco, and cocoa aromas.

In summary, the 2006 Chateau Lafleur is an exceptional Bordeaux Blend that embodies the essence of Pomerol. With its complex flavors, elegant structure, and the potential for further aging, this wine is a must-have for any wine enthusiast. It is a true testament to the expertise and dedication of Chateau Lafleur, and a remarkable addition to any wine collection.