Ronan Laborde surprises us once again in spectacular fashion with this great “patchwork” Pomerol, the result of a meticulous blend of individual plots. Original and distinguished, the 2016 By Clinet offers a delightful, well-balanced palate that is smooth and fruity. It reveals an abundant aromatic profile of lingonberries, red currants, cranberries, and fresh plums, punctuated by a note of fresh hazelnut. This great wine expresses the strength and charm of the Pomerol terroir. A resounding success!
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Eye
Deep garnet color
Nose
Complex flavors of dried red berries, prunes, and Melanosporum truffles
Palate
The initial taste is smooth, fruity, and well-balanced. It reveals a rich array of aromas—including lingonberries, red currants, cranberries, and fresh plums—accented by a hint of fresh hazelnut.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1/2 hour before
Drink before
2026
Production
22,000 bottles
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with grilled or braised red meats, lamb, or a cheese platter...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2019 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the estate:
Dense, voluptuous, with silky tannins, Clinet is the archetype of a great Pomerol from the plateau, consistently ranking among the appellation’s finest. Ronan Laborde has high hopes for the replanting of part of the vineyard. It must be said that the old, deep gravel soils—mixed with clay and iron-rich silt—located at the summit of the Pomerol plateau are what give Clinet’s 11.27 hectares their unique character. This is the heart of the appellation’s finest terroirs.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2018 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
Founded in the 14th century, this 11.26-hectare estate already bore the title of “château” in the 17th century. Located in the heart of the Pomerol high plateau, it features a clay-gravel terroir characteristic of the appellation. Its grape variety mix is less traditional: 12% Cabernet Sauvignon complements the traditional Merlot (85%) and Cabernet Franc. Owned by Georges Audy until 1985, then by GAN-Assurances until 1998, it now belongs to the Laborde family—who also own vineyards in Tokaj—and in 1999 they equipped it with an ultramodern underground cellar. Ronan Laborde has been at the helm since 2003.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2019 guide): 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, belong in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
The Laborde family, owners of the estate since 1999, produces a lovely, classic Pomerol—charming and always elegant—that emphasizes freshness. It must be said that the estate boasts a superb terroir, in the heart of the Pomerol high plateau, on clay-gravel soils that lend the wine power and intensity. The château is also equipped with state-of-the-art winemaking facilities.