Fugue de Nenin Pomerol AOC (Château Nenin 2nd wine)

Château Nénin is located in the village of Pomerol, one of the most prestigious areas of Bordeaux. The Domaine was bought by Jean-Hubert Delon in 1997 from his cousins, the Despujols, owners of the estate since 1847. Jean-Hubert had the intention of continuing the centuries-old tradition of the Château, and precisely for this reason, since immediately, extensive renovation and modernization works, including technical ones, were carried out. Under his direction, the land was in fact drained, the vineyards renewed and the cellars modernised, to improve the vinification and aging processes.

Fugue de Nénin was created and first sold in 1997. Fugue comes from sandy-clay soils found in the eastern part of the Château’s vineyards, as well as from the young vines. This second wine is a typical example of the charm of Pomerol. The wines are smooth and silky and can be enjoyed earlier than those of the Grand Vin.

The 2014 Fugue de Nenin is a soft, fruity wine to drink now, a relatively fresh, open style.

For more info, visit Château Nenin website.

VARIETALS
95% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc

VINTAGE

2014 – Download Tasting Note

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Description

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%
Total Acidity 3.70
pH 3.55

APPEARANCE
Deep ruby with garnet rims.

NOSE
Fragrant, expressive bouquet highlighted by sweet aromas of red cherry, crushed strawberry, and plum, accented by delicate floral tones like violet and hints of pepper.

PALATE
Medium-bodied, juicy, dynamic. It shows a solid core of savory dark berry fruits laced with subtle notes of graphite, vanilla, and earthiness. The structure features very soft, polished, and fully integrated tannins that offer a smooth, lithe, and clean finish.

AGEING
Matured for 12 months in oak barrels, with 30% being new oak.

PAIRING
Pairs exceptionally well with grilled beef, roasted duck, pheasant, or earthy wild mushroom dishes.

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