Château Le Gay : La Dame de Pomerol Case 2020

Characteristics and tasting advice for the Coffret La Dame de Pomerol 2020 from Château Le Gay

Tasting

Color

The wine displays a deep, intense purple hue.

Nose

The nose reveals fine aromatic complexity with notes of intense dark fruit, accompanied by floral nuances of violet. Truffle and spice aromas further enrich the bouquet.

Palate

On the palate, this wine charms with its controlled power and remarkable elegance. The tannic structure is silky and refined, carrying concentrated substance with flavors of dark fruit, truffle and spices. The finish stands out for its length and aromatic persistence.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with grilled or roasted red meats, feathered or furred game, as well as truffle-based preparations. It also matches well with aged hard cheeses.

Serving and cellaring

The bottles in this Coffret La Dame de Pomerol 2020 will benefit from being decanted around two hours before serving. It is recommended to serve them at a temperature between 16 and 18°C. This wine has significant aging potential, allowing it to evolve favorably over several decades.

A tribute to the Lady of Pomerol from an exceptional terroir

The estate

Located on the prestigious Pomerol plateau on the Right Bank, Château Le Gay spans 10.5 hectares in a single block, resting on clay-limestone gravel soils. The estate took its current name in the 19th century, following the division of the vineyard by the Greloud family. Initially acquired by Catherine Péré-Vergé in 2002, it is now run by Henri Parent.

The vineyard

The Château Le Gay vineyard enjoys a prime location on the Pomerol plateau, one of the most renowned terroirs in the appellation. The clay-gravel soils give the wines a remarkable structure and great aging capacity. This specific geological composition enables optimal water regulation and promotes the expression of Merlot, Pomerol’s signature grape variety.

The set
Château Le Gay offers, in a limited edition, the « la Dame de Pomerol » set, in tribute to Catherine Péré-Vergé, who took over the estate in 2002. Her son Henri Parent continues this tribute today.
Adam designed a numbered radiata pine (Spanish Basque Country) case, crafted with meticulous attention to joinery and with visuals echoing the 3 bottles of the 2020 vintage it contains.

The vintage

The 2020 vintage in Pomerol began with a mild, rainy winter, followed by early budbreak. A late-March frost episode required protective measures in the vineyard. Spring then proved favorable, with a sunny and warm May allowing for quick, even flowering. Summer was marked by hot, dry conditions from mid-July, with high temperatures and a lack of significant rainfall in August. These conditions encouraged optimal grape concentration, despite naturally limited yields. Harvest took place under good conditions, producing grapes of exceptional quality.

Winemaking and aging

Vinification entirely in new barrels. The entire process, from fermentation through aging, takes place exclusively in new oak barrels made from the heartwood of 300-year-old trees from the Tronçais forest. This approach gives the wine a remarkable tannic structure and exceptional aromatic complexity. Extended aging in new barrels allows the gradual integration of the wood components with the wine’s substance.

Grape varieties

Merlot, Cabernet Franc.