2013 Pétrus

Warm spring flowering followed by moderate summer temperatures and timely September rains created ideal conditions on Pétrus' clay-rich plateau. Small, concentrated Merlot berries reached perfect ripeness under clear autumn skies, leading to a wine that earned rare 100-point scores from Robert Parker, James Suckling, and Wine Spectator. The wine reveals intense black fruit and truffle notes, with the vintage's natural power tempered by freshness derived from the estate's unique clay terroir.

The 2000 growing season at Pétrus was near-perfect, with ideal weather conditions throughout. A warm, dry summer followed by perfect harvest conditions allowed for optimal ripening of the Merlot grapes. The estate's unique blue clay soils contributed to the wine's remarkable concentration and complexity, resulting in a Pétrus of legendary status.

A great vintage of harmony, balance, and structure. Pétrus shows red plum, truffle, and silky tannins. A timeless and monumental wine.

The 2013 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a cool, rainy spring and uneven flowering, followed by a difficult harvest due to wet weather. At Pétrus, meticulous sorting and vineyard care ensured only the finest Merlot grapes from the estate’s clay-rich terroir were used. This vintage resulted in a delicate and elegant wine, emphasizing finesse over power.

Early seasonal heat and dry conditions in Pomerol tested vines, but Pétrus's deep blue clay soils provided crucial water regulation through summer stress. The plateau's natural cooling influences balanced the warm vintage conditions, particularly beneficial for the estate's old-vine Merlot. The wine delivers intense dark fruits, crushed stone minerality, and the property's signature iron-tinged power.