2017 Paloumey
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The qualitative core of the estate was spared by frost, which helps to explain why the 2017 Paloumey is such a success. Delivering aromas of sweet red berries, cocoa powder, pencil shavings and smoke, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and supple, with a charming, seamless, lively profile so typical of this southern Médoc.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, Wine Advocate
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The 2017 Paloumey feels a little overdone on the nose and consequently it is missing the definition of its peers. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, crisp black fruit that is more detailed than on the aromatics, with a harmonious blackberry and blueberry finish. It ends much better than it begins.
The 2017 Paloumey has a perfumed bouquet with red berry fruit, rose petal, liquorice and a touch of allspice. The palate is medium-bodied with firm, slightly dry tannin. It feels fresh in the mouth even if the 2015 and 2016 showed more finesse at this same stage.
The 2017 Paloumey offers lovely density in an attractive, rustic style. Leather, smoke and tobacco give the 2017 attractive savory overtones, but above all else, Paloumey is a wine to drink in the near-term, while the fruit retains its youthful juiciness. Yields are down a punishing 50%.