Chateau La Croix de Gay, 1961 Red Wine

Pomerol

Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 13%

Price:

£189.00

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Description

The 1961 Château La Croix de Gay from Pomerol is an exceptionally rare and precious bottle from what is widely regarded as one of the greatest Bordeaux vintages of the 20th century. The 1961 harvest was small in quantity but extraordinary in quality, producing wines of immense concentration, richness, and longevity. In Pomerol—home to some of the most seductive and long-lived Merlot-based wines—this vintage reached legendary status, and La Croix de Gay, with its deep gravel and clay soils, crafted a wine of remarkable depth, perfume, and elegance.

In the glass, it shows a deep brick-red core with a tawny rim, a testament to over six decades of graceful ageing. The bouquet is breathtakingly complex, unfolding with layers of dried black cherry, plum, and cassis, mingled with aromas of truffle, cigar box, and forest floor. Secondary notes of leather, cedar, and exotic spice emerge with air, while a subtle floral lift of violets and dried rose petals hints at the wine’s Pomerol pedigree.

On the palate, the 1961 La Croix de Gay is silky, harmonious, and fully mature, yet still remarkably fresh for its age. The fruit—now evolved into dried and stewed forms—interplays beautifully with savoury elements of tobacco leaf, earthy truffle, and cocoa. The tannins are ultra-fine, framing the wine with elegance, while a thread of vibrant acidity carries it to a long, lingering finish, where the memory of sweet spice, dried fruit, and Pomerol earthiness persists.

This is a wine for a truly special occasion—an experience as much as a drink. It should be handled with care, decanted gently to remove sediment, and served to those who appreciate the beauty of a fully mature Bordeaux from a legendary year. Perfect alongside roast duck, lamb with rosemary, or a simple plate of aged Comté, the 1961 Château La Croix de Gay is more than a rare bottle—it is a piece of vinous history, offering a once-in-a-lifetime glimpse into one of Bordeaux’s most mythical vintages.

Condition

Bin soiled labels - good levels

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