Chateau De La Riviere

A cellar-essential for fans of dense, fleshy claret - ''smooth, refined with silky tannins, berry, vanilla and mineral character and a long finish'' says Wine Spectator ...

we say grab all you can of this great 'insider's tip'. Fronsac may not at the forefront of your mind as the finest of clarets but let's not forget ''Historically, Fronsac took precedence over Pomerol.

During the eighteenth century its wines were even drunk at court'' (Hugh Johnson, 'Wine Companion'). The superb Chateau La Riviere is a regular and prolific award-winner and stands out as the region's premier estate.

The 2001, a classic vintage after the exceptional heat of the Summer, shows evolved aromas of plums, prunes, liquorice and spice.

The palate is deliciously complex and generous with smooth tannins, good complexity and length.

Serve with roast red meats.

Vendor: Laithwaites

	£75.54