ProducerPomerol
Le Pin
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The ultimate Pomerol icon of exotic luxury.
Le Pin is an ultra-premium Bordeaux wine from the Pomerol appellation. Established in 1979 by Jacques Thienpont, this tiny 2.7-hectare estate pioneered the "garage wine" phenomenon. Made from 100% Merlot, it is famous for its exotic, opulent fruit, silky tannins, and seductive texture. With only 6,000 to 7,000 bottles produced annually, it is one of the world's rarest and most expensive wines.
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Who Is This For?
Designed for elite wine collectors and connoisseurs seeking the pinnacle of rare, opulent Pomerol Merlot. It is perfect for celebrating extraordinary milestones or adding to a world-class cellar.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Why is Le Pin so expensive?
- Le Pin's price is driven by its minuscule annual production of only 6,000–7,000 bottles combined with extraordinary critical acclaim, including Parker 100-point scores. This micro-production, combined with global demand and perfect critic scores, drives its market price to thousands of dollars per bottle.
- Is Le Pin a classified growth (Grand Cru Classé)?
- No, Pomerol does not have an official classification system. However, Le Pin is universally recognized as a peer to the finest classified growths of Bordeaux and stands alongside Pétrus as one of the region's ultimate cult wines.
- What is the grape composition of Le Pin?
- Le Pin is made from 100% Merlot. The vines average nearly 40 years of age and are planted on gravelly clay and sandy gravel soils, which impart incredible richness and elegance to the wine.
- Who owns Le Pin?
- Le Pin is owned and managed by the Belgian wine merchant Jacques Thienpont, who purchased the original plot in 1979. His family also owns the neighboring historic estate, Vieux Château Certan.