Clos des Moines

About Clos des Moines

Clos des Moines is presented as a producer from Lalande-de-Pomerol, on Bordeaux’s Right Bank. Little consistently documented information is publicly available about the estate’s individual history, ownership or exact surface area. It is therefore best understood through its appellation and the red-wine tradition of the Libournais, rather than by adding uncertain details about the property itself.

Lalande-de-Pomerol lies immediately north of Pomerol and principally covers the communes of Lalande-de-Pomerol and Néac. Its soils range from gravel and sand to clay, including clay with iron-rich subsoils. Merlot is especially well suited to this Right Bank setting: it ripens dependably and brings supple texture and generous fruit. Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec may complete the blend, contributing freshness, frame, spice and darker fruit character.

Wines sold under this name belong to the classic Lalande-de-Pomerol red-wine family. Merlot generally forms the core, with plum, black cherry, blackberry and sometimes violet notes; maturation may add cedar, tobacco, cocoa or spice. At their best, such wines marry an approachable, velvety mid-palate with enough tannin and acidity to develop over several years. The aim is usually balance between fruit and structure rather than sheer power.

The available information lists Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Cabernet Franc, alongside wines labelled Lalande-de-Pomerol. This points to a traditional Right Bank blend, although the precise proportions can vary by cuvée and vintage. Serve the reds at about 16–18 °C; younger bottles often benefit from decanting. They are natural partners for roast meats, duck, lamb, and dishes based on mushrooms or lentils.

• Lalande-de-Pomerol lies north of Pomerol
• Bordeaux Right Bank appellation
• Merlot is the appellation’s key grape
• Soils range from sand and gravel to clay
• Decant young bottles; serve at 16–18 °C