The Right Wines from Right Bank
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FACT:
Based on production levels, many Chateaux in Pomerol and St Emilion are often a fraction of what counterparts in Left Banks are producing. Estates over on the Left are historically bigger with an average size between 50 - 80 hectares of planted vineyards, while the biggest on the Right Bank would only see 30 hectares.
FACT:
During the whole 1855 classification, Right Bank producers were not even included because at the time, the wines weren't considered as good and weren't traded internationally like those from the left. Yet now, if you list out top 20 most expensive wines in Bordeaux, you'll see at least 7 that are from the right: Saint Emilion and Pomerol.
WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?
Aside from the geographical makeup which allows Cabernet Sauvignon to flourish on the Left while the properties on the Right place Merlot at its heart. Over at Grand Vin, we know the power of the Right Bank, how they have become luxury items, perfect for that special occasion but probably too expensive for weekend drinking. Not to flex, but we are the leading distributor for Petrus after all. Fortunately, there is a world of undiscovered greatness over on the right, where it doesn't break the bank and still leads you to feel that you're making the right choice.
Ask most of Grand Vin's staff what would be our go to selection for great value - it would definitely be this: Chateau Bourgneuf. The Chateau is situated at one of Pomerol's most prestigious terroirs, with heavy hitters like Chateau Trotanoy and Clos l'Eglise Client as direct neighbours. Not only that, holding onto vines that are averaging around 40 years of age and located at one of the warmest parts of Pomerol, the result is consistent wines produced yearly that showcases a multitude of layer and complexity with perfectly rounded tannins. Best of all? It's approachability when it's young. Simply gorgeous.
Chateau L'Evangile - Under the umbrella of the legendary Domaine Baron Rothschild (DBR - Lafite). Not only is L'Evangile known as an elegant wine with an incomparable bouquet and finesse, the Chateau is located at a prime spot. Bordering the north - Chateau Petrus, and to the South, separated by a small road - Cheval Blanc. Blason de L’Evangile: The second wine is supple and elegant, lighter in style and more fruit driven than the Grand Vin, making it more accessible in its youth.
Chateau Trotanoy - Talk about unsual name origins - derived from Trop Anoi / Trop Ennuie meaning too tiresome. Here it is not the sun on the vigneron's neck and back that is annoying. It is the ungiving nature of the soil he is trying so desperately to plough. And no, it isn't the heavy clay, it is the larger than both fist clench together: Gravel. With such soils being extremely difficult to plough even with aid. Oh and before we forget, Chateau Trotanoy belongs under the umbrella of Jean Pierre Moueix - who owns top right bank Chateau like Petrus, Lafleur, etc.
