Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Clos Floridène – 2021
Graves, Bordeaux – France 🇫🇷

Overview
Founded by the late Denis Dubourdieu, Clos Floridène has built a reputation for producing approachable yet refined wines from Graves. This 2021 vintage is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Petit Verdot, delivering structure with easy drinkability. (Educational note: Graves, one of Bordeaux’s oldest appellations, is famed for its gravel soils that add freshness and balance to its reds and whites.)

Aromas & Flavors
Juicy red fruits (cherry, raspberry, plum) with blackberry and cassis, framed by cedar, oak spice, and a subtle earthy note.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with polished tannins and balanced acidity. Solid yet affable structure, making it an effortless “uncork and pour” wine.

Food Pairings
Great with roasted chicken, duck breast, grilled lamb chops, or charcuterie. Also pairs with earthy mushroom dishes or semi-aged cheeses.

Verdict
A charming Graves red — approachable, structured, and thoroughly enjoyable. The 2021 Clos Floridène captures Left Bank elegance in a wine ready to drink today. 🍷

Did You Know?
Clos Floridène was founded in 1982 and guided by Denis Dubourdieu, one of Bordeaux’s most respected enologists, often called the “pope of white wine.” — a month ago

Alexandre Pagliano

9.2

Great mineral red made by the pope of the whites in Burgundy. All the pinot stuff you might want with transparency and balance. Svelte and elegant and truly recommended. — 4 years ago

with Matt and Adriana

Dimes

9.3

Very fire and thick bottomed — 6 years ago

Thien Bui

9.1

Love any wines that come from the house of the Pope with little time in Bolted love It can't go wrong with it — 3 years ago

Todd S. Hill

9.1

Crisp bite — 4 years ago

with Wendy

Leah Zimmerman

8.9

This is the red I almost always want. I picture Olivia Pope drinking this with her popcorn. It is super juicy, peppery, floral, fragrant af. — 5 years ago

Anthony Pro

9.2

When there’s a pope hat etched into the bottle... You know it’s going to be good. — 7 years ago

Eunyoung Cho

10

Really good! Just the right amount of sweetness and sourness!! — 3 years ago

Scott E. Becker

9.1

[Tasted on October 12, 2022 at The Optimist in Nashville with Jay]

Purchased wine during visit to the winery in September 2022. Cabernet sourced from Pope Valley with 2% Petit Verdot. Black cherry, strawberry candy and blackberry fruit, with chocolate, graphite, caramel and spice. Lush wine. More black cherry driven than 2018 vintage. — 3 years ago

Paul T HB

9.1

Ran out of white & rose’ on the hottest weekend of the year🤷🏼‍♂️ next best thing is Chilled Sangiovese.
— 5 years ago