2017 La Gravette de Certan Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
Reg: $89.94
$79.94
This product is
out of stock
Most orders placed M-F by 3pm (PT) ship same day.
Orders placed on a weekend or holiday will ship the next business day.
Shipping Info

Free storage available
Wine Storage

REVIEWS

JD 94 JS 93 WA 92 VN 92 WE 92
JD 94

jebdunnuck.com, February 2020

A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc that was brought up in 50% new barrels, the 2017 La Gravette De Certan is a smoking second wine from unquestionably one of the top estates in Pomerol. Loaded with notions of...
JS 93

jamessuckling.com, January 2020

This is really delicious now with chocolate, tobacco, spice, and cedar. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a delicious finish. Pure. Easy, yet complex. Second wine of Vieux Château Certan. Drink now. Enjoy!
WA 92

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2020

Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2017 La Gravette de Certan leaps from the glass with exuberant scents of blueberry preserves, blackberry compote and black cherries with hints of violets, menthol, chocolate box...
VN 92

Vinous, March 2020

The 2017 La Gravette de Certan, made from the estate's young vines (under 25 years of age) is soft, open-knit and inviting. In this vintage, the Gravette is especially floral and perfumed, which gives it tons of immediacy...
WE 92

Wine Enthusiast, March 2020

The second wine of Vieux Château Certan, this is produced from young vines. Still with plenty of tannins, it has structure although the fruit is already beginning to shine through. It offers spice and good acidity, and is...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pomerol
Vintage 2017
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

The 2017 La Gravette de Certan is a Bordeaux Blend wine hailing from the renowned Pomerol region in Bordeaux, France. With its deep garnet-purple color and elegant label, this wine is sure to catch the eye of any discerning connoisseur.

Upon pouring, the aromas of this wine immediately captivate the senses. The nose is filled with enticing scents of blueberry preserves, blackberry compote, and black cherries. These fruit notes are accompanied by hints of violets, menthol, chocolate box, and aniseed, creating a symphony of enticing aromatics.

On the palate, the La Gravette de Certan truly shines. It is a medium to full-bodied wine with a generous amount of expressive blue and black fruit flavors. The ripe, rounded tannins provide a velvety texture, while the seamless freshness adds vibrancy and balance. The finish is long and fragrant, leaving a lasting impression.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive score of 93 points. In his tasting note, he describes it as "delicious" with flavors of chocolate, tobacco, spice, and cedar. He praises its full body, firm and silky tannins, and pure finish. Suckling suggests that this wine is ready to be enjoyed now, emphasizing its easy yet complex nature.

Another respected critic, Jeb Dunnuck, gave the 2017 La Gravette de Certan a score of 94 points. Dunnuck highlights its blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, along with its aging in 50% new barrels. He notes that this wine offers more richness and depth on the palate than most estates' top wines. Medium to full-bodied and textured, it boasts sweet tannins and is expected to evolve gracefully for the next two decades.

Overall, the 2017 La Gravette de Certan is a truly exceptional wine that showcases the expertise of the La Gravette de Certan producer. With its complexity, elegance, and ability to age, this Bordeaux Blend is a must-try for any wine lover. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future pleasure, this wine is sure to leave a lasting impression.