Saint Emilion and Pomerol Appelation, Bordeaux, 2016 Ratings

Pomerol
Beauregard	18-
Clinet	19-
Gazin	18,5
La Cabane	16,5
La Conseillante	19+
La Croix de Gay	17,5
La Fleur de Boüard (Lalande de Pomerol)	17+
Le Bon Pasteur	17+
Petit Village	17,5
Vieux Chateau Certan	19,5
La Pointe	17,5

No Rules, Just Wine: Lafleur’s Bold New Direction
- Source: The Bordeaux Wine Blog
- 07.11.2025
The Rules That Built Bordeaux Bordeaux’s global prestige rests on a foundation of rules — a meticulous appellation system designed to guarantee authenticity, quality, and a sense of place. To carry the Bordeaux name, winemakers must follow a long list of requirements. Only approved grapes are allowed — Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot,... Read more »
Wine and Opera: Passion and Emotion
- Source: The Bordeaux Wine Blog
- 06.01.2025
Wine and Opera: passion and emotion The Palais Garnier: the most beautiful opera house in the world Wine and opera For me a good opera is just music and hopefully “nice”. But that is not enough: I need outstanding to create an emotion. In the same way that a good wine is just a beverage... Read more »
Pessac-Léognan: Rebranded
- Source: The Bordeaux Wine Blog
- 21.12.2024
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No Rules, Just Wine: Lafleur’s Bold New Direction