Rouget - Pomerol 2024

Decanter.com

93

byGeorgina Hindlethe5/21/2025

Lovely aromatic intensity. Delicate, this is certainly more focussed on finesse as opposed to density but there’s an element of verticality with a layered effect of creamy tannins and acidity. This feels restrained though, they could have pushed this much further and didn’t and this is better for it. Good effort.

The Wine Independent

88-90

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe5/20/2025

Deep garnet-purple colored. Gives up scents of stewed red plums, baked strawberries, and fried herbs, plus suggestions of black olives and pepper. The light to medium-bodied palate is soft and refreshing with savory-laced red berry flavors and an herbal lift on the finish.

Jeb DUNNUCK

91-93

byJeb Dunnuckthe5/13/2025

From argilo-graveleux soils and based on 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, brought up in 30% new oak for 16 months, the 2024 Château Rouget has a distinctly herbal component in its darker fruits as well as peppery herbs, graphite, and damp earth-like nuances. It's beautiful on the palate and has a ripe, layered mouthfeel, plenty of mid-palate depth, and a great finish. It's a singular, impressive, beautiful wine that I'd be happy to own.

WeinWisser

92-93

byTjark Witzgallthe5/6/2025

Vinum

91-93

byAdrian Van Velsenthe5/6/2025

Ungemein fruchtig im Duft, Himbeeren und Johannisbeeren, frisch gepflückter Oregano; saftig am Gaumen, leichter Körper, merklich Säure, feines Tannin, tänzerisch leicht, mit heissen Beeren auf Vanilleeis im Abgang. Wird früh Spass machen.

Vinous

90-92

byNeal Martinthe5/5/2025

The 2024 Rouget has a pure bouquet with blueberry and cassis scents, quite floral and almost Margaux-like in style. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and fine acidity, harmonious though not complex. Because of that, this Rouget has a fine natural "flow" and should provide 12 to 15 years of drinking pleasure.

Vinous

91-93

byAntonio Gallonithe4/30/2025

The 2024 Rouget is a standout. Floral top notes meld into a core of red-toned fruit, mocha, spice, new leather and cedar. The aromatics are so central in the wine's personality. Silky, polished tannins add to an overall impression of finesse. More than anything else, Rouget impresses with its balance.

The Wine Cellar Insider

91-93

byJeff Levethe4/30/2025

Floral in nature, with plums, black cherries, licorice, and cocoa in the nose. Medium-bodied, fresh, supple, and vibrant, the fruits are ripe, clean, and soft, the elegant finish, wits chocolate, and cherry character lingers. The wine blends 85% Merlot, with 15% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2027-2042.

Alexandre Ma

91-93

byAlexandre Mathe4/29/2025

I’ve always believed that the soul of Pomerol only reveals itself through lusciously sweet fruit – and in the cool 2024 vintage, finding such ripeness was nearly impossible. And yet, Château Rouget turns the tables with quiet grace. It begins with a whisper of “sweetness” that gently stirs the palate, followed by the final tender echo of Merlot’s charm, telling the story of this challenging vintage in hushed tones. With each sip, a picture of springtime gradually unfolds – serene, vivid, and full of life.

Falstaff

92

byPeter Moserthe4/25/2025

Deep dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, delicate edge brightening. Delicate aromas of fresh plum and fig, candied orange zest, a hint of vanilla. Juicy, elegant, ripe, sweet fruit at the core, fine acid structure, salted lemon finish, red berry aftertaste.