{"product_id":"conseillante-pomerol-2018","title":"Conseillante Pomerol, 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau La Conseillante 2018 is a refined and highly expressive Pomerol, blending the plush depth of Merlot with the aromatic lift of Cabernet Franc. One of the most admired names on the Right Bank, it is known for its elegance, perfume, and impressive balance rather than sheer power.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine typically shows a deep ruby-purple color with a polished, youthful core. The nose is fragrant and layered, offering ripe black cherry, plum, violet, truffle, graphite, and subtle spice, all framed by a fresh mineral edge.\n\nOn the palate, it is silky and precise, with generous Merlot-driven fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a vibrant line of acidity that keeps the wine lively and long. The 2018 vintage has the concentration to age beautifully, and it should continue to gain complexity over the next 15 to 25 years, developing more earthy, savory, and truffle-driven notes with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLocated on the clay and gravel soils of Pomerol, La Conseillante benefits from a terroir that naturally lends finesse, texture, and aromatic complexity. The estate’s vineyards are carefully managed and harvested by hand, with grapes selected parcel by parcel to preserve purity and precision. Vinification is traditionally focused on gentle extraction and careful élevage in French oak, allowing the vineyard character and the vintage to speak clearly in the finished wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a superb match for fine red meats such as beef fillet, lamb saddle, or duck breast, as well as dishes with mushrooms, truffles, or rich sauces. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 1 to 2 hours if drinking young to let the bouquet open fully and the texture soften.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Conseillante is one of Pomerol’s iconic estates, with a history dating back to the 18th century and a reputation for producing some of the appellation’s most graceful wines. Named after Catherine Conseillan, who played a key role in its early history, the estate has long been celebrated for its distinctive style and consistency. Today it remains a benchmark for elegant Right Bank Bordeaux and is highly regarded among collectors and critics alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Conseillante","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255011103057,"sku":"MS-60293","price":254.49,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/60293.png?v=1783455596","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/conseillante-pomerol-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}