
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€42,71/pcs.
€54,00/pcs.
Why shop with us?
Château Clos René 2021 is a beautifully classic Pomerol that stands out for its finesse, freshness, and understated charm. Produced without the flash or hype of some of the region’s better-known names, it delivers authentic Bordeaux character and exceptional value for lovers of traditionally styled Right Bank wine.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, the wine shows a deep ruby core with elegant, youthful brightness. The bouquet opens with dark cherry, plum, and blackcurrant, layered with violet, cedar, and a subtle hint of truffle.
On the palate, it is precise and lively, with fresh acidity, silky tannins, and a refined mineral line that brings definition and length. Rather than brute force, it offers poise and balance, with enough structure to develop beautifully over the next 10–15 years, and even up to 15–20 years from the vintage in a good cellar.
Production
Clos René is located in Pomerol, where gravel, clay, and sand soils help shape a wine of classical Right Bank elegance. The 2021 vintage benefited from a cooler Bordeaux growing season, favoring freshness and structure over ripeness-driven power. The wine is aged for 18 months in French oak, with around 25% new barrels, adding subtle spice and texture without overpowering the fruit.
Food & Serving
This is an excellent match for roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, mushroom dishes, and truffle-based recipes, as well as hard cheeses with depth and character. Serve at 16–18°C, and decant for about 1 hour if drinking young to allow the aromatics and texture to open up fully.
Producer
Château Clos René has long been regarded as one of Pomerol’s quiet achievers, a estate known for consistency, restraint, and authenticity rather than marketing flourish. Its traditional approach has earned it a loyal following among Bordeaux enthusiasts who value classic Pomerol style and strong quality relative to price.
| Type | Red wine |
| Producer | Château Clos René |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Merlot |
| Alcohol | 14.50% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing |
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