| Rating | 93 |
| Style | Red |
| Blend | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Appellation |
Bordeaux France |
| ABV | 13.5% |
| Price | $35.00 Value Pick |
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| Reviewed | 2024-06-24 |
Perfect For
Dinner Parties, Steak Dinner, Weekday Dinner Pairings
Drink If You Like
Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
Château des Ormeaux Lalande-De-Pomerol 2020 Review
Coming from just over eight hectares on the edge of Pomerol, this Merlot-based wine — made with a splash of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon — is both elegant and rustic in the best way. It has a welcoming nose that is expressive yet subtle with present notes of blueberries, October leaves, and a hint of cherries. The palate has a lithe tannic edge and good acidity that balances the deep fruit notes.
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