Château Thibeaud-Maillet is a tiny vineyard (less than 2 hectares!) located in Pomerol, just 400 meters from the iconic Château Petrus, and was founded in the 1800s by the Thiebault family. Their vineyards are dedicated to merlot with vine age ranging from 25 to 50 years old. A hand harvest leads to time in 50% new French oak. The resulting wine is rich and elegant, expressing blackcurrant, leather, pencil shavings and floral notes. Spice and minerality drive the finish, making for an enjoyable Bordeaux that more than hints at its famous neighbour.