1996 Vieux Ch. Certan from Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan, Pomerol, Bordeaux

Imbued with the quintessence of Pomerol’s opulent terroir, the 1996 Vieux Ch. Certan stands as a testament to a year that challenged Bordeaux's vignerons yet ultimately yielded wines of distinctive character and age-worthiness. An heirloom masterpiece from the storied plots of Chateau Vieux Ch. Certan,

Gems of a Peculiar Vintage

The 1996 vintage was marked by a peculiar climatic tug-of-war between nature's elements, necessitating astute vineyard management and judicious selection in the chai. My familiarity with the estate’s chronology amplifies my reverence for how this vintage's expression pinnacles the intricate alchemy of weather and winemaker fortitude.

The Canvas of ‘96: Seeking Investment Fortuity

Investors seeking depth and robust returns will find this wine an intricate thesis on Pomerol's ability to thrive even under climatic caprices. With a firm structure underpinning its evolution, the 1996 Vieux Ch. Certan displays a profile ennobled by time: tertiary inflections of truffle and cigar box majestically interwoven with vestiges of ripe Merlot – black cherry and plum – and now, the developing silken patina of aged Cabernet Franc imbuing hints of dried petals and anise.

The tannins, once assertively poised, are now graciously integrated, affording this gem a luxurious texture - remnant yet of its youthful vigor while now telling also the tales written in its seasoned years.