Ballade de la Pointe, Pomerol

Grape Varieties: Merlot 84 % - Cabernet Franc 16 % 

Area: Right Bank.

Vineyard and soil type: 23 hectares on small gravel and pebble soils of the Isle river terrace, clayey-gravel and sandy soils over clay or gravel sub-soils.

Vinification and ageing: traditional Bordeaux methods.

Tasting Comment: "Beautiful dark colour, bright with purply tints. Red and black fruit aromas mingle on the nose such as redcurrant, blackcurrant, wild berries. The palate is soft and full with a well-balanced velvety tannic framework. The finish is well structured, juicy and long. Pleasure guaranteed!”