Harmonic concentration, Bordeaux finesse, and prestigious terroir

Small exceptional estate on 2.5 hectares in the heart of Pomerol, Clos Dubreuil was recently acquired by a passionate family eager to fully express this sandy-clay terroir on ferruginous gravel. The project combines viticultural precision, well-managed aging, and elegant expression of Merlot.

Terroir & grape varieties

Typical Pomerol soil: red sand, clay, and ferruginous gravel offering good water retention and balanced drainage. The main grape variety is Merlot (~75%), accompanied by a minority of Cabernet Franc (~20%), from vines aged 25 to 40 years.

Viticulture & winemaking

Entirely manual harvesting with meticulous sorting. Fermentations are slow, in temperature-controlled vats, with gentle pump-overs to preserve the finesse of the tannins. Aging lasts 16 to 18 months in French oak barrels, about 50% new wood, allowing for a round and silky structure.

Style & aging potential

The wine presents an intense color and a bouquet of ripe black fruits (blackcurrant, plum), cedar, cocoa, and fine spices, with a subtle earthy touch. The palate is ample, velvety, structured, with a long saline finish. Estimated aging potential: 15 to 25 years, depending on the vintage, with a peak between 8 and 12 years.

Iconic cuvées

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  Clos Dubreuil: the main cuvée, expressive, balanced, structured.

  
  
  
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  Petite Réserve de Clos Dubreuil: second wine, more immediate, fruity, and charming.

  
  
  

Production: 8,000 bottles;

Area: 2.5ha;

Maturity: within 7 to 25 years following the vintage;

Grape composition: 5% cabernet sauvignon, 75% merlot, 20% cabernet franc;

Best vintages: 2010, 2009, 2008, 2005, 2000.