Château Nenin 2011

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• Domaine: Château Nénin
• Appellation: Pomerol
• Origin: Right Bank, Bordeaux, France

 

Château Nénin – A tradition of excellence in Pomerol

Located in the heart of the renowned Pomerol appellation, Château Nénin is celebrated for producing exceptional wines that epitomize the unique terroir of this prestigious region. The estate’s Grand Vin is crafted exclusively from the finest parcels situated on the plateau of Pomerol, where the combination of clay and gravel soils gives the wine its depth, complexity, and elegance.

The origins of Château Nénin date back to the 18th century, when the Despujol family acquired the estate. Over the centuries, ownership passed through various hands, until it was acquired by the Delon family in 1997. Jean-Hubert Delon, already renowned for his ownership of the esteemed Château Léoville Las Cases in Saint-Julien, took charge of Château Nénin, bringing with him a vision to revitalize this historic property.

Under the Delon family's stewardship, Château Nénin has undergone a remarkable transformation. Jean-Hubert, joined by his son Jean, has invested significantly in modernizing the estate’s facilities, all while maintaining the authenticity and charm that define this historic property. The vineyards have been replanted with care, employing massal selection from the exceptional vines of Léoville Las Cases, and the winemaking process has been fine-tuned to emphasize quality and precision. A deep respect for the terroir and the traditions of Pomerol guides every aspect of production, from vineyard management to cellar techniques.

Today, the Delon family continues to oversee the estate’s future with passion and dedication. Their vision is to craft wines that truly reflect the essence of Pomerol's exceptional terroir, focusing on the region’s emblematic grape varieties, notably Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The estate spans 32 hectares, with only 8 hectares dedicated to producing the Grand Vin, ensuring that only the finest fruit goes into every bottle.

The 2011 Grand Vin is composed of 78% Merlot and 22% Cabernet Franc, with the vines averaging 27 years in age. These vines, replanted after the Delon family’s acquisition, were selected through massal selection from the renowned Enclos de Léoville Las Cases, ensuring both continuity and quality. Uniquely for Pomerol, most of the estate’s vines are planted in a single block, surrounded on two sides by the prestigious Château Trotanoy, with an additional smaller plot near the iconic Le Pin.

Tasting Notes

"This is balanced, graceful, white pepper spice, complex and concentrated with pencil lead and grilled oak. Plenty of raspberry leaf and violet flowers, showing precision and grace - less Pomerol signature than the warmer vintages, but it is a delicious wine with plenty of life ahead. 35% new oak."- Jane Anson, (02/28/2022), Ratings: 92

"Tasted at Leoville Las-Cases. The Nénin 2011 is a blend of 78% Merlot and 22% Cabernet Franc with 17% pressed wine cropped at 44 hl/ha. I do like the nose of this Nénin that has fine delineation and more purity and focus than exhibited upon recent vintages; the minerality more tangible. The palate is fresh and vibrant with silky smooth tannins, good acidity, lovely crescendo of flavours and great tension on the finish. This is a very fine Nénin, one that perhaps finally realizes the potential of its terroir. Tasted April 2012." - Neal Martin, Vinous, (04/27/2012), Ratings: 90-92

 

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LWIN 1013573
Stock Status In Stock
Appellation Pomerol
Vintage 2011
Shipping Weight 3.000000
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Pomerol is one of the most prestigious wine appellations in the Bordeaux region of France. Located on the Right Bank of the Dordogne River, in its earlier history, the area was primarily engaged in mixed agriculture. It was home to many apple (“pommes,” in French) orchards that gave the name to the appellation. Its origins date back to the Knights Hospitallers, symbolized by the Pomerol Cross, and it flourished even amidst challenges like the Hundred Years' War. Proximity to the river port at Libourne facilitated exports, and post-World War II investments from French and Belgian investors contributed to its global acclaim. 

What sets Pomerol apart is its unique terroir, which includes both clay and gravel, distinguishing it from the traditional clay and limestone composition of Bordeaux's right bank. Merlot dominates, constituting 80% of the plantings, and thrives in the iron-rich clay subsoil called "crasse de fer" and its core of sticky blue clay, imparting distinct character and aging potential to Pomerol wines. 

Some of Pomerol's most prominent châteaux include Pétrus, Château La Fleur-Pétrus, Le Pin, Château Trotanoy, Château La Conseillante, Château Clinet, Château L'Eglise Clinet, Château Gazin, Château L'Evangile, Clos du Clocher, Château Feytit-Clinet, Château La Petite Eglise, Château La Violette, Château Nenin, Château Hosanna, Château Beauregard, Château Bon Pasteur, Château Rouget, Clos du Beau-Père, Château Fleur de Gay, Château La Pointe, Château Petit Village, Clos l'Eglise, Château La Cabanne and Vieux Château Certan. Pomerol lacks an official classification system, instead, the reputation and quality of châteaux are based on historical performance. Unlike neighboring Saint-Emilion, the appellation exclusively produces red wine, while its white wines remain unclassified. 

Pomerol wines are known for their elegance, full body, and lush character, with dark fruit flavors, smooth tannins, and aging potential. While some can be enjoyed in youth, top wines can age gracefully for several decades, developing complexity and character over time.

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