La Fugue de Nenin 2020

The freshness and aromatic richness of a Second Wine from Pomerol

The estate

Owned by Domaines Delon, Château Nénin embodies, according to the Delon family, "the expression of a great age-worthy Pomerol." This 19th-century estate was acquired by the Delon family in 1997 and underwent significant restructuring, which has brought Château Nénin to the pinnacle of Pomerol today.

The vineyard

This Pomerol vineyard covers an area of 32 hectares. The vines are planted on a mosaic of terroirs composed of clay soils, siliceous gravel, quartz, granite, basalt pebbles, and iron-rich crasse.

The wine

Fugue de Nénin is the Second Wine of Château Nénin and was first produced in the 1997 vintage. Fugue contains a higher proportion of Merlot than its elder. As a result, it is more approachable while still expressing the identity of Pomerol and the estate. Its name, Fugue, is inspired by the world of music, as a fugue is a repetition of the main theme, which here is the Grand Vin Château Nénin. Fugue de Nénin is a hedonistic, gourmet, round, and silky wine that can be enjoyed earlier than the Grand Vin but offers a very high level of pleasure.

The vintage

2020 began with a wet and mild winter, followed by a spring with unstable weather conditions. While the combination of heavy rainfall and mild temperatures encouraged historically early growth, water reserves were sufficient, enabling the vineyard to face the summer conditions. The alternation of warm days and cool nights up to harvest ensured even ripening.

Blend

Merlot (90%) and Cabernet Franc (10%).

Characteristics and tasting advice for Fugue de Nénin 2020

Tasting

Balanced and gourmet, this wine seduces with its smooth texture as well as its generous, fruity palate, enhanced by beautiful freshness.