Chateau Petrus 2012

Case of	6 bottles
Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau Petrus
Vintage	2012
Country	France
Main region	Bordeaux
Region	Pomerol
Grape	Merlot
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	OWC of 6
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2018-2040
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2018-2040
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2018-2040
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (96)

Tasted blind at the Southwold 2012 tasting, the 2012 Petrus demonstrated a forward, fruit-driven, ripe raspberry and wild strawberry bouquet underneath which lies graphite and forest floor aromas. It seems refined, understated, nonchalant even. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly savory opening, as if there was a tiny drop of Cabernet Franc. The tannins are fine but firm, the red fruit infused with cooked meat, black pepper and sage notes, although I was anticipating a finish armed with more body. That may well develop in time, yet it remains a regal Pomerol that will probably merit a higher score with bottle age, hence the plus-sign against the score. Tasted January 2016.

Winespectator (96)

This has some serious muscle, with rivets of graphite studding a beam of dense, gravelly grip that holds the core of steeped plum and raspberry notes together. Very long, with superior cut. A graphite note powers through the finish, while the fruit drips on and on.

James Suckling (96)

This has some serious muscle, with rivets of graphite studding a beam of dense, gravelly grip that holds the core of steeped plum and raspberry notes together. Very long, with superior cut. A graphite note powers through the finish, while the fruit drips on and on.

Rene Gabriel (19)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 19/20 points.

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