2000 Château L’Evangile: A Fully Mature Pomerol Masterpiece
Fully mature Right Bank icon from one of Pomerol’s greatest vintages
The 2000 Château L’Evangile stands as one of the greatest expressions of Pomerol ever produced—and one of the most compelling fully mature Bordeaux wines available today.
Located on the prime southeast Pomerol plateau, Château L’Evangile occupies an extraordinary strip of deep gravel and clay soils, bordering Château Pétrus to the north and sitting just across a small road from Cheval Blanc to the south. This elite terroir is the foundation of L’Evangile’s signature style: plush Merlot texture, depth, and remarkable longevity.
Why the 2000 Vintage Matters
The 2000 Bordeaux vintage is widely regarded as a modern classic—powerful, structured, and built for long-term aging. In Pomerol, conditions were nearly ideal. A hot, dry August and September led to slow, even ripening, with Merlot harvested early on September 15, preserving freshness while delivering exceptional concentration.
The result is a wine of precision, richness, and balance—one that has aged gracefully for over two decades.
Tasting Profile: Fully Mature, No Waiting Required
Now in a beautiful drinking window, the 2000 L’Evangile delivers everything collectors seek in mature Pomerol:
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Dark plum and black cherry
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Melted chocolate and espresso
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Truffle, earth, and cedar
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Velvet-smooth tannins and polished opulence
This is the kind of Right Bank Bordeaux that only time can create—silky, layered, and deeply satisfying, with no need for further cellaring.
Estate Pedigree
Since the Rothschild family assumed stewardship in 1990, Château L’Evangile has focused on lower yields, vineyard precision, and a more refined expression of its exceptional terroir. The 2000 vintage is widely considered one of the estate’s crowning achievements.
Compare with 2010 L’Evangile
For collectors interested in contrast, we also have a limited number of 2010 Château L’Evangile available—another benchmark year, offering greater structure and freshness for long-term cellaring. Together, they provide a perfect study in mature elegance vs. youthful power.
Wine Details
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Appellation: Pomerol, Bordeaux
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Blend: 91% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc
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Critic Score: 99 points
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Drinking Window: Open and drinking beautifully now
Pairing Move
Dry-aged ribeye, duck breast, or slow-braised short ribs—this wine was made for serious food and unforgettable dinners.
If you’re looking for a ready-to-drink, blue-chip Bordeaux from one of Pomerol’s most coveted addresses, the 2000 Château L’Evangile belongs at the center of your table—or the crown of your cellar.
Handpicked. Rigorously inspected. Ready for an extraordinary moment. 🍷