{"title":"Le Pin","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Le Pin has taken on a mythical reputation... There have been some great vintages of this wine, which possesses one of the most dramatic and ostentatious bouquets of any Bordeaux. Additionally, the micro-production of 500-600 cases guarantees a chic rarity that has also helped propel the price to astronomical levels.\"\u003c\/em\u003e — Robert Parker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its relatively short history, \u003cstrong\u003eLe Pin \u003c\/strong\u003ehas skyrocketed to the top of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/pomerol\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Pomerol Wines\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePomerol's \u003c\/a\u003equalitative hierarchy, producing \u003cstrong\u003eone of the world's most coveted Merlots\u003c\/strong\u003e. The chateau operates as a small garagiste, with less than 3 hectares in size, yet challenges neighboring giants like Petrus as the region's greatest chateau. Today, Le Pin is \u003cstrong\u003emasterfully guided by Alexandre Thienpont\u003c\/strong\u003e, who firmly carries his family's winemaking legacy and brings exceptional expertise from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/winery-vieux-chateau-certan\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Vieux Chateau Certan\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eVieux Chateau Certan. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe History of Le Pin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Pin is one of Bordeaux's youngest major estates, having been \u003cstrong\u003efirst established in 1924\u003c\/strong\u003e by Madame Loubie. Named after one large pine tree that sits on the vineyard, Loubie and her family began with just one hectare and largely sold the harvested fruit to local negociants, very rarely crafting any wine. The chateau remained in the Loubie family's hands until 1979, when Madame Loubie passed away. Consequently, \u003cstrong\u003eJacques Thienpont, a Belgian wine merchant, purchased the chateau, kickstarting Le Pin's modern history.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThienpont quickly upgraded Le Pin's status with the release of the 1982 vintage, only Le Pin's third vintage under his guidance. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 1982 Le Pin\u003c\/strong\u003e quickly gained notoriety thanks to \u003cstrong\u003ea 100-point score from Robert Parker, who stated, \"This is Bordeaux at its most ostentatious and exotic.\" \u003c\/strong\u003eThe combination of Parker's eye-catching rating and the limited production (less than 400 cases were produced) swiftly made Le Pin a favorite for Bordeaux collectors. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the legendary 1982 Le Pin, the chateau remained a Bordeaux superstar, earning a prominent reputation for its rarity on the market and extraordinarily high prices. After decades in ownership, Jacques Thienpont later transferred responsibility to his cousin, Alexandre, who now leads the winemaking with the newly promoted Diana Berrouet Garcia, who recently earned her position in 2025. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChateau Le Pin Pomerol Terroir\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChateau Le Pin's iconic\u003cstrong\u003e 2.7 hectare vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e is located at the heart of the Pomerol plateau near the Catusseau village. The vineyard sits on a southern-facing exposure on \u003cstrong\u003ewell-draining gravelly clay and sandy soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, with minuscule traces of iron. Its vines were largely planted in the 1950s, averaging 35 years of age, and planted to \u003cstrong\u003e92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuch of Le Pin's vineyard was acquired after the Thienponts became owners, as Jacques Thienpont first purchased a neighboring 0.3 hectare plot in 1984, followed by an additional 0.65 hectares over the following years. Today, the vineyard comprises seven contiguous plots, with isolated plantings of Cabernet Franc littered throughout the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor much of Le Pin's lifetime, no winery existed, and instead, the wine was crafted in a quaint building adjacent to the vineyard. Then, in 2015, Le Pin's winery was completed by \u003cstrong\u003erenowned Belgian architect Paul Robbrecht \u003c\/strong\u003eand was largely inspired by the wineries of Chateau Pichon Baron and Chateau Latour. The new winery features a 23-foot-high tower, a cellar that is 60% below ground, and an exquisite tasting room and roof terrace. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLe Pin Wine Style and Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Pin wine has largely become a favorite among Bordeaux drinkers for its\u003cstrong\u003e subversion of the region's classical style\u003c\/strong\u003e. Noted for its opulence and richness, \u003cstrong\u003eLe Pin wine is extravagantly decadent, flamboyant, and exotic\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing remarkable aromatic complexity of sweet plum, fig, and caramel, and rose petal, spice, and dark berry notes on the palate. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe Pin is made in notoriously small allocations, \u003cstrong\u003eas only 400-600 cases are produced \u003c\/strong\u003eeach vintage. Additionally, the Thienpont's meticulous harvesting ensures low yields, with fruit deemed unworthy of the Grand Vin allotted to the \u003cstrong\u003esibling label, Trilogie, a multi-vintage blend\u003c\/strong\u003e of 3 years of declassified fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdd Chateau Le Pin To Your Collection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs one of the world's most sought-after and highly-regarded wines, Le Pin wine is a true unicorn within the wine world, deserving of any prestigious cellar. View our selection of in-stock Chateau Le Pin wine and acquire a bottle for your collection today. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"le-pin-2020-750ml-owc","title":"2020 Le Pin, Pomerol [OWC], Bottle (750ml)","description":"AG100 The 2020 Le Pin is magnificent. What a wine. Seamless and exotic, the 2020 races across the palate with sumptuous dark fruit and a whole range of rose petal, spice and hard candy overtones that build into the explosive mid-palate and finish. I especially admire how the 2020 opens with some aeration. New oak is down from 100% to 70%, which really allows the purity of the fruit to shine through. Yields were 30 hectoliters per hectare, down from the more typical 35 or so, but overall production for Le Pin in bottles is much lower, as about only half of the vineyards were used. The rest went into the second wine, with the exception of a small parcel that is being redeveloped. In short: What more can I ask from a wine? Nothing.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 The complexity of the wine shows incredible aromas of perfectly ripe tannins and fresh flowers such as lavender and rose stem. Mineral. Stone. Hints of wet earth and fresh bark. Subtle and complete. So much incredible character. Concentrated center palate. Weightless at the end. Perfect wine. You want to drink the bottle but it will age for decades.","brand":"Le Pin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47276014272749,"sku":"BDX:LEP:LEPI-0750-2020-F0L0C0","price":3795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXLEPLEPI-0750-2020-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1731110936"},{"product_id":"2015-le-pin-pomerol-bottle-750ml-bottle-750ml","title":"2015 Le Pin, Pomerol, Bottle (750ml), Bottle (750ml)","description":"JS100 I am lost for words to describe this young wine, but it’s like walking into the best flower shop in Paris. Flowers galore with dark fruits as well. Full-bodied, very tannic and exotic. Amazing muscle and finesse at the same time. Phenomenal wine. This is half a normal harvest. Greatest ever, clearly. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\nRP99 Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2015 Le Pin hits the dance floor with a completely gregarious nose of plum preserves, blackberry tart and wild blueberries, boldly accented by suggestions of Chinese five spice, cigar boxes, menthol and violets plus an earthy waft of underbrush. Full-bodied, concentrated, muscular and earthy with a firm backbone of exquisitely ripe, grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, it has an incredibly long finish featuring exotic spice and mineral layers.","brand":"Le Pin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48858361889005,"sku":"BDX:LEP:LEPI-0750-2015-F0L0C0","price":4495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXLEPLEPI-0750-2015-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1760655995"},{"product_id":"2019-le-pin-pomerol-bottle-750ml-woc","title":"2019 Le Pin, Pomerol, Bottle (750ml) OWC","description":"JA99 \"An explosion of fruit and exotic spice, as is so often the case with this wine. I am tasting this at a relatively cold temperature and yet still the tannins are silky, creamy and supple, extremely impressive. As it opens, campfire smoke, hints of petrol and passion fruit, nuanced black truffle, rosemary, blueberry and black cherry fruits. This is perfumed and envelops the palate, coming in waves, just a brilliant Le Pin.\" JA for IB Jan 2022\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG98 \"The 2019 Le Pin is magical. Soft, seamless and exceptionally beautiful, the 2019 is riveting right out of the gate. The wine's balance is just mind-blowing. In this vintage, the new oak is down to 80%, which works so well here in helping release an extra kick of freshness. Red\/purplish fruit, rose petal, blood orange, mint, lavender and sweet spice build into the dramatic, sweeping finish. In a word: magnificent!\" AG for VM Feb 2022\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP98 \"The 2019 Le Pin, 100% Merlot, is deep garnet-purple in color. It gallops out with energetic notes of crushed black and red cherries, wild blueberries, and forest floor, giving way to suggestions of cast-iron pan, menthol, and damp soil. The full-bodied palate delivers a fantastically earthy\/minerally palate with beautiful harmony and velvety tannins, finishing long and layered.\" LPB for TWI May 2023","brand":"Le Pin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49805973487853,"sku":"BDX:LEP:LEPI-0750-2019-F0L0C0","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXLEPLEPI-0750-2019-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1778106899"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/collections\/Chateau_Le_Pin_Wine.jpg?v=1781190946","url":"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/le-pin.oembed","provider":"Grand Cru Liquid Assets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}