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Château
Clerc
Milon 1997 Vintage   

Vintage

1997,
Complex aromas and flavours underpinned by well-rounded tannins

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Harvest

Climatic Conditions

The year began with dry and warm weather, bringing much higher than normal average temperatures from the end of January and causing the vine to bud at the very beginning of March.

Flowering took place evenly across the different varieties, and mid-flowering was reached between 20 and 24 May. Mid-veraison was reached between 24 July and 1 August, 15 days earlier than usual, though at different times according to the grape variety. August was hot and humid, almost tropical, with 100% humidity on 3 days, but appropriate disease and pest control measures ensured that the crop remained in excellent condition. However, these unusual weather conditions halted the ripening process.

With the grapes ripening unevenly, it was necessary to wait until they reached optimum maturity in order to ensure a high-quality harvest. Fortunately, the weather turned fine again in September.

Tasting Notes

The wine is densely coloured, with a slightly brickish tint, while the particularly complex nose reveals scents of wilted flowers, incense and tobacco, mingled with more fleeting blackberry and humus aromas.

Sweetness on the palate is combined with well-rounded tannins.

The finely balanced, supple structure and the combination of smoky notes with wild berry fruit show that this Clerc Milon is now fully mature.

Varietal mix 1997 Vintage

53% Cabernet Sauvignon
33% Merlot
9% Cabernet Franc
5% Petit Verdot

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