Vieux Château Certan 1998 is a mature-vintage, Merlot-based red wine from the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux. Vieux Château Certan is a renowned wine estate located in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux. The estate has a long and storied history, dating back to the 18th century. It has been owned and managed by the Thienpont family since 1924, who have played a significant role in shaping the vineyard and maintaining its reputation for excellence. On the 1998. "This is patently developing a precocious bouquet brimming with cassis, blueberry and violet scents, spilling over the top of the glass. The palate is concentrated, silky smooth, viscous, almost opulent in style with a slightly lower level of acidity than I expected. A ravishing, Reubenesque finish, this is a decadent VCC that is turning out to be a generous wine." Neal Martin, 2013