Although 2012 was a lighter vintage for Bordeaux overall, the best wines have a lot of charm and character — and prices that are much friendlier than other recent harvests. Château Poujeaux, in recent decades, has been a consistent producer of high quality wines in all harvests. The 2012 Poujeaux continues this winning streak and is rich with blackberry, blackcurrant and red cherry fruits underscored by hints of violets, tobacco, smoke, vanilla and baking spices. It is exemplary claret that belies the reputation of a light vintage with its beautiful purity of fruit and complex layering of flavors. This is a wine you can enjoy now or cellar for another 5+ years.
Château Poujeaux, Moulis-en-Médoc (Bordeaux, France) 2012
By Wayne Belding