2000 Clos L'Eglise, Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)

RP96 "Seven years ago I said this was a monumental wine, and at two different recent tastings, it was a true star of the vintage. Its stunning dark plum color offers up notes of caramelized red and black fruits, toffee, smoke, Asian plum sauce, sweet cherries, chocolate, and espresso. Its spectacular aromatics do not disappoint on the palate, as this multi-dimensional, highly complex, opulent wine seems to have hit a magical point in its evolution. Full-bodied, and concentrated, there is no issue with drinking this dazzling effort now, but those who own it can certainly cellar it for another 15 or more years. Bravo!" RP Jun 2010

JD96 "In the same league as the 1998, 2009, 2010, and 2016, the 2000 Clos L'Eglise reveals a healthy ruby/plum hue as well as mature notes of dried red and black fruits, tobacco, mint, and leafy herbs, with a touch of chocolate and spice emerging with time in the glass. The wine is full-bodied, concentrated, and seamless on the palate, with incredible purity and elegance as well as length. It's a Pomerol that has it all: incredible complexity and nuance, full-bodied richness and depth, and an inherent sense of elegance and purity. As with the 1998, it's fully mature yet is certainly going to hold for another decade. There's no need to delay gratification, however." JD Oct 2020

LP95 "The 2000 Clos L'Eglise is deep garnet in color with a touch of brick. It leaps with bold kirsch and black cherry preserves scents with touches of rose oil, espresso, and charcoal with a hint of unsmoked cigars. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is coated with generous red and black fruit preserves, supported by firm yet plush tannins and a lively backbone, finishing long." LPB for TWI Jan 2023