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Bottle of Chateau Potensac, Medoc, 2011 - Red Wine - Flatiron Wines & Spirits - New York

Chateau Potensac, Medoc, 2011

Red Wine from Bordeaux, France
by Chateau Potensac

$51.99

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For fans of cool-climate reds with grace and elegance, the 2011 Château Potensac is a real treat. The vintage itself is a throwback to a cooler, less predictable era in Bordeaux—one I tend to prefer for near-term cellar drinking. This wine does not disappoint. It’s showing full maturity without losing energy or focus, offering a beautifully composed balance of savory complexity and refined structure. Aromas of graphite, cedar, and dried violets lead into flavors of red currant, plum, and tobacco leaf, all framed by fine-grained tannins and a refreshing lift of acidity. Initially panned by critics upon release—largely because it followed a string of richer, more powerful vintages—2011 has quietly evolved into a source of nuance and charm. Recent tastings have revealed that many of the standout wines from the year come not from the marquee châteaux, but from estates in the solid, under-the-radar middle tier. That’s exactly where Potensac shines: classic, poised, and deeply satisfying.

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Professional Reviews

Antonio Galloni

AG 87
"The 2011 Potensac offers brambly red fruit on the nose mixed with sage and touches of black tea, though this does oxidize a little within a couple of minutes. The palate is chewy with firm grip. Quite a dense 2011, a little rough hewn but with a pleasant bitter edge on the saline finish. Tasted blind at the annual 10-Year-On tasting." -Neal Martin

Robert Parker

RP 85
"Displaying attractive berry fruit, damp earth and spice notes along with a touch of herbaceousness, this medium-bodied, cleanly made, bistro-styled red can be consumed over the next 4-5 years." -Robert M. Parker, Jr.

Wine Enthusiast

WE 91
"Coming from the same stable as Léoville las Cases in Saint-Julien, the wine is finely structured with firm tannins and dark fruit. Rich plum flavors are counterbalanced by solid tannins. It needs to age, so drink from 2018." -Roger Voss

Details

  • Grape Variety

    Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , Other Regional Grapes , Red Blend

  • Vintage

    2011

  • Size

    750ml

  • Farming Practice

    Sustainable

  • Style

    Earthy , Elegant , Spicy

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied