2022 Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Pomerol

History and Estate

Château La Fleur-Pétrus is one of Pomerol’s most prestigious estates. Since the 1950s, it has been owned and managed by the renowned Moueix family – known for, among others, Pétrus and Trotanoy. The vineyards are located on Pomerol’s famous plateau between Pétrus and Lafleur, where gravel and clay soils with iron-rich deposits produce wines of both power, finesse, and longevity. La Fleur-Pétrus is synonymous with elegance, precision, and a distinct, chalky minerality.

Grapes and Vinification

The 2022 expresses the estate’s classic Merlot profile, supported by Cabernet Franc for structure and spice.

• Merlot (dominant) – succulent deep fruit and silky texture
• Cabernet Franc – freshness, structure, and floral nuances
• Hand-harvested with strict selection of bunches and berries
• Fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks; maturation in French oak barrels (a proportion new) for complexity and polish

Terroir and Origin

The wine originates from the Pomerol plateau – one of Bordeaux’s most sought-after terroirs.

Soil: Gravel and clay with an iron-rich subsoil (“crasse de fer”) – provides dense fruit, structure, and mineral finesse.

2022 Vintage: Warm and dry, yielding small, concentrated grapes, high aromatic intensity, and ripe, fine tannins.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Ripe cherries and plums, blackcurrant, violet, graphite, and subtle cedar
• Taste: Dense dark fruit, refined spice, precise acidity, and chalky minerality
• Mouthfeel: Medium-plus to full-bodied, silky, and persistent with a long, harmonious finish

Serving and Food Pairing

Serving temperature: 16–18°C (decanting recommended)

• Lamb or beef tenderloin – matches the wine’s depth and structure
• Duck breast with mushrooms or truffle – highlights the elegant fruit
• Hard cheeses – e.g., Comté, Cantal, or Saint-Nectaire
• Classic French stews – boeuf bourguignon or confit de canard