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IronGate Fine Wine Auction

Tue, Mar 18, 2025 10:00AM EDT - Tue, Mar 25, 2025 08:00PM EDT
  • 2002
  • 750ml
  • France
  • Bordeaux
  • Libournais
  • Bordeaux Red Blend
  • Red
Lot 159

2002 Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol - 3 bottle(s)-750ml

Estimate: CAD$780 - CAD$1,100

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This lot is comprised of 3 bottle(s) of 2002 Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $780 - $1100 with a reserve of $550. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 10889.

Condition

Please note the following bottle conditions in this lot - Bordeaux In Neck

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This collector started his cellar during University in his early 20's while working retail for an Ontario winery. Initially he was drawn to the wines of Italy, but over time began to focus on French wines, especially Burgundy. He has always had a great appreciation for white wine, particularly for the wines of Chablis, Loire, Austria and Germany. Generally he purchased wines from the LCBO and directly from agents (keeping track of all invoices and probably have digital or paper copies for everything).The wines were stored at home, in temperature controlled, specially built wine cellars.
The rating for 2002 Vieux Chateau Certan Pomerol is 93 points from Robert Parker and the tasting note - A terrific effort, this classic blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon exhibits a dark ruby/purple color as well as a complex bouquet of cedar, spice box, black cherries, and cassis. With impressive purity, medium body, moderate tannin, and a long finish (40 plus seconds), it will be at its finest between 2008-2018.