2007 Le Pin, Pomerol, Bordeaux

Charismatic owner Jacques Thienpont has produced a wine reminiscent of top Grand Cru Red Burgundy from this tiny 1.6ha estate in 2007. The nose is as exotic and fragrant as ever, bursting with rich plums, raspberries, herbs and cherry blossom, while incredibly fine tannins permeate the intense creamy palate supported by notes of chocolate, tobacco and flowers. If you are looking for value for money in 2007, then Le Pin is probably not for you, but there is no question that this heavenly and phenomenally rare Pomerol remains one of the wine wonders of the world.