Château Vray Croix de Gay 2017

The expression and silkiness of a great Pomerol

The property

Located among the most beautiful crus of its appellation, the Château Vray Croix de Gay is in line with the very beautiful references of Pomerol, on the right bank of the Bordeaux region. Former winemaker of Pétrus, Jean-Claude Berrouet joined the technical teams of the Château in 2013 as a consulting oenologist.

The vineyard

With a vineyard of 3.67 ha with an exceptional terroir, Château Vray Croix de Gay is part of the crus of the very renowned appellation Pomerol whose potential has been brilliantly revealed in recent years by developing its own style.

The strength of Château Vray Croix de Gay lies in its vineyard. Located in the heart of the gravel plateau of Pomerol, on the Right Bank of the Bordeaux region, the 9 plots subdivided into micro plots are spread over 2 vineyards, one adjoining Château La Fleur behind Pétrus and the other located in front of Château Trotanoy.

The vintage

In a 2017 vintage marked by challenge, the vineyard of Château Vray Croix de Gay was fortunately spared from the frost at the end of April 2017.

Vinification and aging

The extreme meticulousness of the micro parcel selections, combined with biodynamic practices on a domain currently undergoing organic conversion and the monitoring of vinifications carried out by Jean-Claude Berrouet, the former winemaker of Pétrus, highlight the precision and excellence of the cru, which has all the qualities of the greatest wines of Pomerol for this new vintage.

Blend

Merlot (87%), complemented by cabernet franc (13%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Vray Croix de Gay 2017

Tasting

Nose
The nose reveals a superb aromatic expression, highlighting the purity of the fruit.

Palate
The palate is seduced by the amiability of its structure, guided by a silky texture where the roundness of the merlot voluptuously settles while maintaining a perfect balance.