Château Certan de May 2018 is a top-tier red wine from the Pomerol appellation in Bordeaux, France. Due to its extremely advantageous geographical location next to Vieux Château Certan and Petrus, the king of Bordeaux wines, it is widely recognized as a rare wine of extremely high quality that is often underestimated by the market.
Core Specifications of Wine
- Grape varieties: A typical right-bank blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.
- Alcohol content: Approximately 14.5% vol.
- International ratings: Highly praised by mainstream wine critics; Robert Parker (RP) awarded 95 points, and James Suckling (JS) awarded 96 points.
Flavor and Aging Performance
- Aroma and Texture: Classic Pomerol style, exuding ripe fruit aromas of black olives, blackberries, plums, and blackcurrants, accompanied by notes of smoke, graphite, cinnamon toast, cigar box, and delicate earthy and leafy notes.
- Palp and Finish: Medium to full-bodied with bright acidity, precise, smooth, and refined tannins. A cocoa finish on the palate, followed by a long, spicy finish.
- Drinking Window and Potential: 2018 was an exceptional vintage for Bordeaux. This wine has a firm tannin structure, and experts recommend drinking it from 2025 or 2026 onwards. It also possesses remarkable aging potential.
