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La Fleur Petrus 2001
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Description
Château La Fleur-Pétrus is one of the most renowned vineyards of Pomerol. This historic estate, situated exclusively on the plateau, was named in the 18th century for its position across the localities ‘Petrus’ and ‘La Fleur’. Established in Libourne since 1937, Jean-Pierre Moueix perceived early on the excellent quality of the Pomerol appellation. Château La Fleur-Pétrus was his very first acquisition in 1950. Quickly after, he purchased Château Trotanoy in 1953.
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted at Ets J-P Moueix. A very deep garnet core. The bouquet does not quite have the clarity of the Latour-a-Pomerol 2001: notes of blackberry, dusty antique shop, gravel and field mushroom. The palate is medium-bodied with a fleshier entry than Latour-a-Pomerol, lovely grainy texture with pure red-berried fruit, touches of chestnut, mushroom and a little thyme. Nice focus and tension, the finish is better than the nose suggests. Good weight and tannic presence on the finish, with a bitter note of dried orange peel that dries out the mouth and curses you for not taking another sip sooner. Very fine. Drink 2012-2025. Tasted May 2009.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
A gorgeous, ravishing nose with opulent ripe fruit: damson, chestnut, Xmas cake and minerals. Very complex and superbly defined. The palate is well-balanced, svelte, very pure and backward with a tannic almost broody finish with a touch of herbaceousness. A lovely, “classic” Pomerol. Tasted October 2007.
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
The 2001 Lafleur-Petrus is a structured, muscular effort revealing considerable power and tannin without a great deal of forwardness. It possesses a dark ruby color, excellent purity, and copious quantities of sweet cherry and currant fruit, with notions of licorice and dried herbs in the background. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
A lovely nose: liquorice with butter spread on burnt toast. Very fine balance on the palate. Quite peppery with delicate but firm tannins. Dense black, earthy fruits with some unobtrusive herbaceousness. Very attractive. Drink from 2009. Tasted November 2004.
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
At present, this 2001 is not revealing as much weight and richness as I have come to expect from this renowned vineyard. It sees a traditional vinification, and is not meant to be flattering young, so perhaps more weight and texture will appear in 6-12 months. The dark ruby color is accompanied by excellent purity, noticeably sweet black cherry and currant fruit intermixed with subtle wood and damp foresty aromas. This medium-bodied, elegant, well-delineated, and pure wine will be drinkable between 2006-2016.
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
This saturated deep purple-colored 2001 exhibits terrific fruit on the attack (currants, sweet cherries, dried herbs, and grilled nuts), medium body, fine density, velvety tannin, and a plump, concentrated personality. The tannin is well-integrated in this precocious, forward 2001. Drink it over the next 10-12 years.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
The 2001 La Fleur-Pétrus is much more cohesive on the nose compared to the Hosanna, offering red berry fruit, antique furniture, truffle oil and clove. There is a touch of rusticity, but it is wonderfully cohesive. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins, a splash of soy on the entry, moderate weight and gentle grip toward the tarry finish. Very fine. I would drink this over the next decade.
Reviewed by: Stephen Tanzer
Full, bright red-ruby. Aromas of raspberry, plum, minerals and smoky oak show an almost roasted ripeness. Sweet, concentrated and quite suave, with subtle, deep cherry and mineral flavors carrying through to the persistent, aromatic finish. The tannins are quite fine, in the style of the vintage's better examples.
Reviewed by: Stephen Tanzer
Bright red-ruby. Currant, cedar and minerals on the nose, with a hint of surmaturite Dense and chewy, with lovely depth of sweet cherry flavor. A serious, mouthfilling Pomerol, finishing with big but ripe tannins and lovely aromatic persistence.
Reviewed by: Stephen Tanzer
Bright ruby-red. Sappy aromas of red cherry, currant and minerals. Bright, stony and intense, with somewhat cool but sharply delineated flavors. Snappy and firmly structured. A rather elegantly styled wine, finishing solidly tannic but nicely ripe.
About the Producer
Château La Fleur-Pétrus is one of the most renowned vineyards of Pomerol. This historic estate, situated exclusively on the plateau, was named in the 18th century for its position across the localities ‘Petrus’ and ‘La Fleur’. Established in Libourne since 1937, Jean-Pierre Moueix perceived early on the excellent quality of the Pomerol appellation. Château La Fleur-Pétrus was his very first acquisition in 1950. Quickly after, he purchased Château Trotanoy in 1953. The personality of Château La Fleur-Pétrus lies in the careful association of the famous gravel and clay terroirs of the plateau of Pomerol. The vineyard, located at 33 to 38 meters above sea level, draws its identity from the nuances of soil and elevation of each parcel. Those parcels which are dominated by gravel tend to yield wines of great elegance, while those dominated by clay are distinctly velvety, dense, and structured. Château La Fleur-Pétrus is composed predominantly of Merlot, which lends silkiness and generosity to the wine. Cabernet Franc, planted on gravel and fine clay, contributes rigor and complexity, while a small percentage of Petit Verdot, planted on fine gravel, offers a hint of spice to the finish. The wine combines a unique elegance with the generosity and structure typical of the great vineyards of Pomerol. An attentive tasting reveals remarkable refinement, complexity, and a touch of violet.
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