Chateau de Sales 1989 - Pomerol

Chateau de Sales 1989 – Pomerol

History of the House

Château de Sales is one of the historic estates of Pomerol, with a family history dating back over five centuries. Located at the northwestern edge of the appellation, it is distinguished by its imposing 17th-century château and 47 hectares of vines, making it the largest estate in Pomerol. The vineyard is mainly planted with Merlot, with a minority presence of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Château de Sales produces refined and accessible wines, renowned for their elegance and ability to age well.

Presentation of the Cuvée

The wines of Château de Sales offer a delicate and elegant interpretation of the Pomerol appellation. Vinified with care and aged in oak barrels, they develop subtle aromas of red fruits, sweet spices and undergrowth. With a silky texture and balanced acidity, the wines of this estate favor elegance over power, seducing amateurs and connoisseurs.

Presentation of the 1989 Vintage

The 1989 vintage in Bordeaux is recognized as one of the greatest of the decade, marked by a hot and dry summer that allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly. The Pomerol wines of this year have great aromatic richness, melted tannins and superb aging capacity. They embody a perfect balance between concentration and freshness.

Specificities of these bottles

• Technical details:
  • Appellation: Pomerol (AOC)
  • Estimated blend: 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
  • Alcohol: Approximately 12.5%
• Status of available bottles :
  • Label: Worn, torn but perfectly legible
  • Level: Perfect or low neck
• Tasting notes:
  Château de Sales 1989 opens with a complex nose of black cherries, plums and truffles, accompanied by light notes of leather and undergrowth. On the palate, the texture is velvety with well-integrated tannins. A soft and elegant finish that stretches on aromas of jammy fruits and spices. This wine retains a remarkable freshness despite its years.
• Anecdote:
  Château de Sales is often considered an ideal gateway to discover the elegance and refinement of Pomerols, at a much more accessible price than the big stars of the appellation.

Food and Wine Pairings

This very fine Pomerol will pair perfectly with:

• A pork tenderloin with mushrooms.
• A veal chop with forest sauce.
• A gratin of root vegetables with parmesan.
• Soft, matured cheeses like Saint-Félicien or truffled Brie.