Wine type: Red wine
Vintage: 2015
Appellation: Pomerol AOC, Bordeaux, France
Producer: Château de Sales
Appearance
The wine presents with a deep, intense ruby-red color with violet hues, signaling both maturity and concentration – typical of a successful Bordeaux from the Right Bank.
Nose
The nose is complex and nuanced with aromas of dark berries such as blackberries and black plums, accompanied by elegant notes of tobacco, forest floor, and subtle vanilla from the oak aging. Light roasted coffee and spices round off the aromatic profile, adding depth and character.
Palate
On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured with mature, silky tannins. The taste reflects the nose with dark fruit, liquorice, and spicy undertones. The wine's acidity creates balance and freshness, while the finish is long and elegant with notes of wood, cocoa, and ripe fruit.
Character and style
Château de Sales 2015 is a classic representative of Pomerol – soft, rounded, and with Merlot as the dominant grape, supplemented by Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2015 vintage is considered one of the best in recent times and gives the wine both immediate drinkability and aging potential.
Serving
Recommended served at 16–18 °C. Can advantageously be decanted 30–60 minutes before serving to open up the wine's complexity.
Food pairing
This wine pairs excellently with:
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Beef, lamb, and veal – grilled, braised, or roasted
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Game dishes – duck, venison, or wild boar
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Classic slow-cooked stews like boeuf bourguignon
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Mature cheeses with intensity