Vinous – 90

The 2002 l Eglise-Clinet has a straightforward bouquet with more tertiary scents than other vintages, airy red berry fruit laced with soy and brown spices, now approaching full maturity. The palate is medium-bodied with more black fruit than the nose suggests, quite pretty though conservative in style with a slightly dour finish. Not bad overall. [Neal Martin, 23/07/2019]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2035

Robert Parker – 90

The Chateau l’Eglise-Clinet 2002 has a relatively uncomplicated bouquet following the 2000 and 2001, although it is well defined with attractive black cherries, strawberry, soy and allspice. The palate is medium-bodied with fine, slightly grainy tannin that encase quite pretty blackberry and tarry fruit; the finish is just a little foursquare, though maturing nicely. Drink this 2002 Pomerol now if you wish, though be assured that well-kept bottles and larger formats will continue to drink for another decade. Tasted March 2015. [Neal Martin, 28/09/2017]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025

JancisRobinson.com – 17

Spicy rich nose. Rather aggressively dry on the finish. Very savoury. For the long term. There is some electric fruit here. [15/03/2012]

Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025