Tasted blind at the Southwold 2012 tasting, the 2012 Lafleur has a very well-defined bouquet that is complex and laden with blackberry, granite, cedar and veins of graphite, all with razor-like precision. The palate is medium-bodied with fine delineation and lovely poise. There are plenty of graphite-infused black fruit interwoven into this Pomerol with a cheeky dab of spiciness on the finish that needs to manifest just a little more precision in order that it attains full potential. As usual, Baptiste, Julie and Jacques Guinaudeau have conjured a serious Lafleur destined for long-term ageing.

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2-hour decant; red fruit, cassis aromas with subtle green bell pepper and cinnamon notes lurking in the background; broad, lush mouthfeel courtesy of the highly polished tannins; dusty finish with an acidic tinge. Interestingly, there were a few Dunn Howell Mountain taste memories. Perfect balance and plush tannins make this wine really special.

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