Nénin - Pomerol 2023

Jeb DUNNUCK

96

byJeb Dunnuckthe3/31/2026

A gorgeous example of this château in Pomerol, the 2023 Château Nénin is a blend of 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon that was aged 16 months in 40% new French oak. Ripe red and black fruits, chocolaty herbs, graphite, and damp earth all shine on the nose, and it's medium to full-bodied, with a rich, layered, textured mouthfeel, sweet tannins, and a great finish. I wouldn't be surprised to see this turn out to be the greatest Nénin ever produced. Drink 2028-2053.

The Wine Cellar Insider

93

byJeff Levethe3/30/2026

Truffle, black cherries, flowers, licorice, and chocolate create the aromatic profile. The palate is fruity, fresh, and supple, with layers of dark chocolate, plums, espresso, and cherries, capturing its energy and softness perfectly. The wine blends 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. This is the first vintage with Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. Drink from 2028-2044.

Vinous

94

byAntonio Gallonithe3/16/2026

The 2023 Nénin is pliant and super expressive right out of the gate. Blackberry, incense, licorice, grilled herbs and tobacco build nicely in the glass. This is the first vintage that includes a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. Brisk acids and beams of tannin shape this classy, structured Pomerol. Nicely done.

Vinous

92

byNeal Martinthe2/1/2026

The 2023 Nénin, which for the first time includes 3% Cabernet Sauvignon planted at the end of 2000, is superior on the nose compared to the Fugue, quite a sizeable gap to be frank, with bright and quite seductive red berry fruit, black plum and light dark chocolate scents. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, svelte and poised, a fine cohesive, quite sensual finish with impressive mineralité. This is a delightful Nénin that will give many years' drinking pleasure.

Jamessuckling.com

95

byJames Sucklingthe1/27/2026

Very perfumed, with a chalk and terra-cotta undertone to the plums and strawberries. Medium-bodied, this shows beautiful subtlety and finesse, with a roundness that builds on the palate. So delicious and gorgeous. Soft winemaking delivers excellence here. A blend of 67% merlot, 30% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon. Drink now or hold.

My Bettane + Desseauve

95

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/15/2024

C’est la première année où 3 % de cabernet-sauvignon se marient parfaitement aux 30 % de cabernet franc, ce qui donne encore plus de longueur et de finesse au vin. Notes de fleurs poivrées et petite touche saline qui relance l’ensemble.

Yvesbeck.wine

94-96

byYves Beckthe5/14/2024

Die Cabernets beginnen, sich in Pomerol zu behaupten. Das olfaktorische Ergebnis untermauert die Entscheidungen aus Sicht der Weinbereitung mit einer sehr schönen Balance zwischen dem Charme des Merlot und der kernigen Seite der Cabernets. Angenehme Nuancen von schwarzen Beeren, Blutorangen und Pfingstrosen! Am Gaumen hat der Wein Nerv und Charme; man bleibt also in der gleichen Dynamik des Bouquets. Der Wein ist präzise, dicht und wird von fleischigen Tanninen sowie einer saftigen Struktur gestützt. Ein eleganter und schmackhafter Wein, der schon bald, und lange, Genuss bieten wird!

Jeb DUNNUCK

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byJeb Dunnuckthe5/13/2024

Blended with 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2023 Château Nenin is rocking stuff, offering a terrific array of black cherries, graphite, plums, chocolate, and tobacco, with some classic Pomerol damp earth notes. It's lively, medium to full-bodied, balanced, and elegant, with beautiful tannins.

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-94

byJeff Levethe5/6/2024

Red, and white flowers, cherries, plums, and black raspberries create the aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, elegant, soft, sweet, and fresh, with silky textures, and purity to the fruits in the elegant, chalky finish. The wine blends 67% Merlot, 33% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. This is the first vintage with Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend.13.4% ABV. Drink from 2027-2042. 92-94 Pts.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

94

byJane Ansonthe5/6/2024

Mocha, blood orange, creamy ripe damson and black fruits, a swirl of peony flowers, succulent but without being heavy, this is a great Nenin, showing potential of the property's 20 year old Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, used in the blend for the first time in this vintage. 40% new oak for ageing, 46hl/h yield, 3.68ph. Pomerol estate owned by the Delon family of Léoville Las Cases.

Vinous

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byAntonio Gallonithe4/30/2024

The 2023 Nénin is a classy wine that marries power with nuance. Cabernet Franc plays a prominent role here, and that comes through in its aromatic presence and overall feel. There's also a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, which no doubt contributes to the wine's profile as well. Rose petal, mocha, spice, licorice, leather and cedar are all laced together in this powerhouse Pomerol. I can't wait to see where this goes.

Vinous

90-92

byNeal Martinthe4/29/2024

The 2023 Nenin was picked September 9 to 28 at 46hL/ha and matured in 40% new oak for a planned 16 months, including 7% vin de presse. It is the first vintage including 3% Cabernet Sauvignon from a parcel located near Trotanoy. There is quite an attractive marine/sea spray element in the aromatics that lends freshness, certainly elevating it above the Fugue. The palate is medium-bodied with a fresh entry and fine acidity, quite saline in the mouth with a liberal sprinkling of black pepper on the finish.

Falstaff

94

byPeter Moserthe4/29/2024

Deep dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, delicate rim brightening. Herbal savouriness and bitter chocolate on the nose as well as dark berry aromas such as elderberry and a hint of pine resin. On the palate, the wine begins immediately salty, the tannin is fine to medium-grained and has clearly been carefully extracted. A good, natural and unaffected structure that finishes with good length.

The Wine Independent

91-93

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe4/28/2024

The 2023 Nenin is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of black cherry compote, mulberries, and anise jump from the glass, with underlying hints of Indian spices and menthol. The medium-bodied palate is plush and juicy, with well-knit freshness and bags of youthful black and blue fruits, finishing on a savory note. The blend is 67% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon. The alcohol is 13.39%.

Alexandre Ma

94-95

byAlexandre Mathe4/28/2024

Wine Advocate

93-94

byWilliam Kelleythe4/26/2024

The 2023 Nenin is very attractive, bursting from the glass with aromas of raspberries, dark berries, rose petals and spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, fleshy and supple palate that's pure and sensual, with a succulent core of fruit, sweet tannin and an immensely charming profile that promises a broad drinking window.

Jamessuckling.com

94-95

byJames Sucklingthe4/25/2024

A linear and structured red with blackberry, raspberry and a hint of crushed stone. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and a long, intense finish. Crunchy and minerally. Classy. Precise. 67% merlot, 30% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

94

byJane Ansonthe4/15/2024

Mocha, blood orange, creamy ripe damson and black fruits, a swirl of peony flowers, succulent but without being heavy, this is a great Nenin, showing potential of the property's 20 year old Cabernet Sauvignon grapes, used in the blend for the first time in this vintage. 40% new oak for ageing, 46hl/h yield, 3.68ph. Pomerol estate owned by the Delon family of Léoville Las Cases.