2012 Ch. des Jacobins, Pomerol

2012 Ch. des Jacobins, Pomerol

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Maintains consistency. Focused wine with attractive fruit. Builds on the palate to a firm, dry finish.
James Lawther MW, Decanter, April 2013

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Wine Advocate86-88/100
From the La Gomerie sector of St.-Emilion, it was cropped at 33 hectoliters per hectare and is composed of 75% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. While the wine exhibits an impressively dark color along with medium body, it is slightly angular and narrow in the mouth with a short finish. It should be consumed during its first decade of life.

Since Hubert de Bouard was hired as the consultant at Clos des Jacobins the wines have been getting better although the 2012 is not one of their top successes.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate #206 - Apr 2013 Read more
Jancis Robinson MW16.5+/20
Lovely bramble and blueberry fruit. Fine, fresh, dry, elegant without the clobbering of oak though there is a touch of vanilla there too. Dense but rounded tannins. Firm, dry, oaky finish. Very good fruit waiting to emerge.
Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com, 26 Apr 2013 Read more
Robert Parker86-88/100
From the La Gomerie sector of St.-Emilion, it was cropped at 33 hectoliters per hectare and is composed of 75% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. While the wine exhibits an impressively dark color along with medium body, it is slightly angular and narrow in the mouth with a short finish. It should be consumed during its first decade of life.

Since Hubert de Bouard was hired as the consultant at Clos des Jacobins the wines have been getting better although the 2012 is not one of their top successes.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate #206 - Apr 2013 Read more
Decanter16.5/20
Maintains consistency. Focused wine with attractive fruit. Builds on the palate to a firm, dry finish.
James Lawther MW, Decanter, April 2013 Read more

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Chateau de Jacobins, Pomerol

Chateau de Jacobins, Pomerol

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Merlot/Cabernet Franc

Merlot/Cabernet Franc

Merlot and Cabernet Franc are grape varieties commonly used in Bordeaux-style blends, particularly in the Bordeaux region of France. When these two grapes are blended, they can create a wine that combines the best characteristics of each variety.

Merlot is known for its smoothness, soft tannins, and ripe fruit flavours. It often contributes black cherry, plum, and chocolate flavours to the blend. The grapes are relatively easy to grow and ripen earlier than other Bordeaux varieties, making them versatile for blending.

Cabernet Franc, on the other hand, adds structure, depth, and complexity to the blend. It typically brings aromas of red fruits such as raspberry and strawberry, along with herbal notes like bell pepper and tobacco. These grapes have thinner skins and can be more challenging to cultivate, requiring specific growing conditions to reach their full potential.

When Merlot and Cabernet Franc are combined, the result is a well-balanced wine with various flavours and aromas. The blend often exhibits a Bordeaux wine's medium to full body, along with a smooth texture and moderate tannins. The specific flavour profile can vary depending on the proportions of each grape in the blend and the terroir and winemaking techniques employed.

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