Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | Red |
Producer | Chateau Pavie |
Vintage | 2004 |
Country | France |
Main region | Bordeaux |
Region | Saint-Emilion |
Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | From Original Wooden Case |
Label | Perfect |
Drinkable | 2009-2030 |
Stock | 0 |
A brilliant effort from proprietors Chantal and Gerard Perse, Pavie’s 2004 (7,050 cases) exhibits an inky/ruby/purple color, a surprisingly soft, forward style for this hallowed terroir, full-bodied, and concentrated creme de cassis flavors intermixed with cherries, truffles, and subtle smoky wood notes. Beautifully-textured as well as expansive, this may be the most developed and forward Pavie made by Perse since his acquisition of the property in 1998. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2025+.
Intense aromas of mineral, mint and blackberry follow through to a full-bodied palate, with chewy yet velvety tannins and a long finish. Very firm. I would like just a bit more midpalate. Very extracted, but should come around. Fresh acidity.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.
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