2017 La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol Producer_Domaine Forey Pere & Fils and the Essards—and vinified with

and the Essards—and vinified with a portion of whole clusters for added complexity and spice

Bodegas Forlong is driven by a profound

Aged in large wooden foudres rather than small barrels

this vineyard benefits from a south/south-west exposure at 240-280 meters above sea level

After shifting the estate to a full récoltant-manipulant

2017 La Gravette de Certan, Pomerol Producer_Domaine Forey Pere & Fils and the Essards—and vinified withLa Gravette de Certan is the second wine of Vieux Chteau Certan, a historic estate in the Pomerol appellation owned by the Thienpont family since 1924. This wine is made from the property's younger vines, which are situated on a plateau of gravel, clay, and iron rich soils, and is produced as a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. In the glass, it shows expressive notes of dark berry preserves, violets, and a touch of savory spice, framed by a