Chateau La Fleur Petrus 2012

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau La Fleur Petrus
Vintage	2012
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Pomerol
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Label	Slightly bin soiled
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2035
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (95)

The stunning 2012 La Fleur Petrus clearly merits its striking moniker. A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, it offers a dense purple color along with a big, sweet kiss of mulberry jam intermixed with black cherries, raspberries and even blacker fruits as well as a subtle touch of oak. The wine is full, rich, concentrated and moderately tannic. It is nearly as good as the 2010 and 2009. However, some structural tannins suggest 4-5 years of bottle age will be warranted, and the wine is capable of lasting a quarter of a century.

James Suckling (95)

Score: 93-96
Showing mouthwatering purity from the start, this is remarkably floral today, with bergamot, orange blossom and cherry notes out front, pushed by a hint of violet, then backed by a juicy core filled with linzer torte and cassis. A flicker of savory threads the finish, adding further range and distinction. Sneaks up on you, starting slowly but expanding dramatically in the glass. A full stride ahead of the 2011. This is the first vintage that has the new 2-plus hectare parcel recently purchased from Château Guillot and located next to Le Pin. It shows.

Rene Gabriel (19)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.

BOW (8.50)

Winespectator (95)

Score: 93-96
Showing mouthwatering purity from the start, this is remarkably floral today, with bergamot, orange blossom and cherry notes out front, pushed by a hint of violet, then backed by a juicy core filled with linzer torte and cassis. A flicker of savory threads the finish, adding further range and distinction. Sneaks up on you, starting slowly but expanding dramatically in the glass. A full stride ahead of the 2011. This is the first vintage that has the new 2-plus hectare parcel recently purchased from Château Guillot and located next to Le Pin. It shows.