{"product_id":"lafleur-2017-75-cl","title":"Château Lafleur 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003eLafleur 2017 is a poised, deeply expressive Pomerol from one of Bordeaux’s most fabled and smallest estates. Blending 52% Cabernet Franc with 48% Merlot, it delivers the intensity and refinement that have made Lafleur legendary among collectors. In 2017, the estate has crafted a wine that sits just a shade behind the monumental 2015 and 2016, yet promises extraordinary complexity with time in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Lafleur 2017 shows a deep garnet-purple hue, dense at the core with a vivid, youthful rim. The nose unfolds gradually—this is not a wine that shouts, but one that reveals itself in layers. First come dark fruits of plum preserves, mulberry and boysenberry, followed by licorice, black truffle, grilled meat and warm iron, with lifted accents of crushed stone, cinnamon stick and violets.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied with striking energy and focus. Succulent black and blue fruits are wrapped in super-fine, ripe tannins that provide structure without harshness. There is a vibrant line of acidity that keeps everything precise and fresh, leading to a finish of impressive length where smoke, spice and floral notes linger. While already beautifully proportioned, the 2017 clearly holds plenty in reserve: expect new nuances of earth, spice and florals to emerge over the next decade. It should start to drink well after 6–8 years, but true peak complexity is likely at 10–15 years and beyond, with the potential to age gracefully for 25+ years in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafleur sits on the Pomerol plateau, on an exceptional mosaic of gravel, sand and clay that lies just across the road from Pétrus. This unique terroir, coupled with very low yields and old vines, gives the wine its hallmark combination of power, perfume and finesse. Harvesting is done entirely by hand, parcel by parcel, with meticulous selection of bunches and berries to ensure only pristine fruit makes it into the vats. Vinification is traditional and precise: fermentation takes place in small stainless-steel and concrete tanks, allowing each plot and grape variety to be handled separately. The wine is then aged in French oak barrels (a portion new), where it is raised with minimal intervention to preserve purity, texture and the estate’s unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLafleur 2017 is a commanding, contemplative wine that shines with refined, flavorful dishes. Think roast lamb with herbs, pigeon or duck, veal with truffles, beef tenderloin, or slow-braised dishes with mushrooms and root vegetables. It also pairs beautifully with aged hard cheeses like Comté or Parmesan. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity. In its youth, decanting for 2–3 hours is recommended to help the wine open and soften; with extended bottle age, decant gently for about an hour mainly to remove sediment and allow the bouquet to unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Lafleur is one of Bordeaux’s most revered and discreet estates, a tiny property in Pomerol that has achieved almost cult status among serious wine lovers. Founded in the late 19th century and long overshadowed in fame, if not in quality, by its illustrious neighbors, Lafleur has built its reputation on uncompromising viticulture, minuscule production and a singular, unmistakable style. Under the stewardship of the Guinaudeau family, the estate has become a benchmark for Cabernet Franc–Merlot blends in Bordeaux, producing wines that are both powerful and hauntingly aromatic. Consistently among the highest-rated wines of the Right Bank, Lafleur is widely regarded as one of the great classics of Pomerol and of all Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Lafleur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252184207697,"sku":"PS-7730888474824","price":806.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/LafleurLafleur.png?v=1783443629","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/lafleur-2017-75-cl","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}