“A Pomerol that has been gaining in form and reputation over the past few years, and this is a great vintage to get to know it if you haven't done so already. Plenty of big but juicy tannins that support the black cherry, cassis fruits without hiding their potential even at this stage, with layers of liqourice, cocoa bean and fresh mint as it opens up. Creamy texture, and flavours that refuse to budge for a good few minutes after the wine has left your mouth. Harvest 27 September until 5 October, natural yeast fermentation. 32hl/h yield, 60% new oak.” - JA Inside Bordeaux (September 2021), 94/100, Drink 2026–2042

Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate (April 2021), 93/100, Drink 2023–2040

“The 2018 Clos du Clocher is even more impressive from bottle than it was from barrel. Inky, layered and exquisitely beautiful, the 2018 balances fruit richness with a level of detail that hasn't always been present. Crème de cassis, mocha, lavender, mint and new oak fill out the layers as this ample, inviting Pomerol shows off its seductive personality. There's a lot to like here.” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous (March 2021), 93/100