Clos Puy Arnaud - Les Ormeaux 2016

Name: Clos Puy Arnaud - Les Ormeaux 2016
Brand: Clos Puy Arnaud
Rating: 3.7 (18 reviews)

Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux|Red wine|Organic

3.7/5 (18 customers)

93/100

RVF

89/100

Wine Spectator

Merlot

purity

Scrambled eggs with truffles

“A beautifully crafted wine with a slender, toned structure for Les Ormeaux, featuring slightly salty tannins: the wine opens with a striking tension that will endure over time.” (Le Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2021 - RVF) Thierry Valette, the great winemaker from Castillon, needs no introduction—and here he delivers yet another triumph! A stunning balance of density, maturity, and freshness, with clarity and purity on a menthol-tinged spectrum—it’s to die for. A precise and captivating wine. A pleasure-seeking cuvée at its peak—a must-buy by the case!

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Estate

Clos Puy Arnaud

Vintage

Les Ormeaux

Vintage

2016

Designation

Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux

Region

Bordeaux

Grape varieties

75 % Merlot, 25 % Cabernet Franc

Terroirs

The vineyards are situated on very thin layers of sandy-loam-clay soil over astériate limestone at an elevation of between 75 and 100 meters, benefiting from an exceptional location in terms of both airflow and sunlight

Viticulture

Certified organic and biodynamic (Biodyvin and Demeter)

Grape Harvest

Manuals

Winemaking

Whole berries are placed in cement tanks by gravity. Cold pre-fermentation maceration under inert gas, followed by natural fermentation at low temperature (max. 25°C).

Livestock farming

Aged for 6 months in concrete tanks and barrels, then blended and aged for 12 months in concrete tanks.

Alcohol content

13.5%

Organic

Yes

Eye

Purple

Nose

Enchanting with floral and fruity notes, blackcurrant, and blackcurrant leaf against a minty backdrop. Open, pleasant, and elegant.

Palate

A divine, luscious nectar with no harshness—a beautifully balanced wine with good body, velvety tannins, perfect balance, and a finish offering notes of truffle and eucalyptus. This pure, easy-drinking wine is currently at its peak.

Serve

At 14-16°C

High point

2020-2021

Drink before

2023

Food and wine pairings

Pairs perfectly with chicken liver pâté, ribeye steak, baked eggs, or a truffle omelet, a dish of cardoons with bone marrow, and cheeses such as Rocher Nantais or Cendré de Vergy

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Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2022 guide): 4 stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)

About the estate:

Thierry Valette has always had a passion for wine; his great-grandfather owned Châteaux Pavie and Troplong-Mondot, two of Saint-Émilion’s most prestigious classified growths. In 2000, he took over this 13-hectare estate in Belvès-de-Castillon (20 kilometers east of Libourne), committing to the rigorous standards of biodynamics. Asterian limestone is predominant at Puy Arnaud. In the late 19th century, the fifteen hectares of the Clos were actually classified as a “Premier Cru” of Saint-Émilion! These soils impart great finesse, freshness, and minerality to the grapes, allowing the bouquet to rival that of the “great terroirs” (floral, spices, truffle) as it gradually unfolds. The range stands out for its consistency and coherence: the Pervenche cuvée, with moderate aging potential, is best enjoyed within 5 years for the liveliness of its fruit. Les-Ormeaux releases a delicately textured wine, paired with exemplary fruitiness in its rich, balanced profile. Velvety in texture and predominantly Merlot, this grand vin is highly refined in its tannic length, with well-defined fruit and a stylish, refreshing finish. This is undoubtedly one of the most accomplished vintages on the Right Bank. In a blind tasting, this wine will surprise many, as it can rival even the most prestigious wines. It is one of the most original wines of the Bordeaux region!

RVF - The French Wine Review / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100

Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)

About the wine:

A beautifully structured wine with a slender, toned body, typical of Ormeaux, featuring slightly salty tannins: the wine opens with a striking intensity that will endure over time.

About the estate:

Thierry Valette has owned this estate in Castillon since 2000. Crafted with care, the wine established itself from the outset as one of the appellation’s most intriguing wines, with a deep and eminently distinguished style. The vineyard, now cultivated using biodynamic methods, is living up to all expectations. In addition to the first wine, Thierry Valette offers two so-called “everyday” cuvées (Bistrot and Rouge) that reconcile us with Bordeaux wines meant for immediate enjoyment. It is worth noting the consistency of the range and the commitment to producing both wines for immediate pleasure and wines of great depth.

Wine Spectator

Wine rated 89/100 (Very good wine)

Jancis Robinson

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

James Suckling

Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended

Customer rating

3.7/5

based on 18 reviews