2020 Château Clos Moulin Pontet Bordeaux Superieur

The 2020 vintage of Château Clos Moulin Pontet Bordeaux Supérieur offers a compelling entry into classic Bordeaux-style wines at an excellent value. Crafted from a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this wine provides depth and balanced structure. 

 Rich Merlot gives the wine density and concentration, with the 2020 edition showing enticing dark‑fruit flavours, spice and hints of vanilla detected in critics’ notes. 

 The vineyard enjoys the favourable terroir of Bordeaux Supérieur, and the winemaking aims for accessible elegance: ripe but measured fruit, firm but manageable tannins, and a finished wine that is ready for near‑term enjoyment or modest cellaring.

Nose
A deep‑hung garnet hue introduces aromas of ripe black‑currant, cassis, dark plum and a hint of tobacco and pencil shavings.

Palate
Medium to full‑bodied, with juicy dark fruits, fine structure and a well‑balanced interplay of fruit, spice and oak (vanilla and gentle cedar). The tannins are present but not overly aggressive, making for an engaging but approachable wine.

Finish
A long, satisfying finish lingers with black‑fruit echoes, subtle mineral undertones and a clean, refined tannic backbone that invites another glass.

Grilled or roasted red meats (such as rib‑eye steak, lamb chops) — the wine’s structure and dark‑fruit character complement the richness and savor of the dish.

Robust stews or cassoulet‑style dishes — ideal for the wine’s depth and spice accent.

Aged hard cheeses (mature cheddar, comté, manchego) — the wine’s tannins and fruit profile balance the richness of the cheese.

Mushroom risotto or earthy vegetable gratins — the subtle mineral and spice notes in the wine echo the earthy flavours of the dish.