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2016 Pétrus

Sale price $4,345.00/per bottle | In Stock French Cellar (Delivery 8-14 days) | Any applicable taxes at checkout | Drink or Cellar

The 2016 Pétrus is a masterpiece of Pomerol, showcasing opulent aromas of black cherry, plum, violet, truffle, and subtle cocoa. Full-bodied yet remarkably balanced, it features velvety tannins, precise acidity, and a seamless, layered finish with incredible depth and finesse. This iconic Merlot embodies both power and elegance, promising decades of evolution in the cellar.


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Opaque purple-black colored, the 2016 Petrus slips effortlessly out of the glass with sanguine, seductive notes of kirsch, warm black plums, blueberry compote, red roses, Ceylon tea, violets, dark chocolate-covered cherries, licorice and cinnamon stick with wafts of iron ore, pencil lead, unsmoked cigars and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, profound and absolutely edifying on the palate, the densely packed, beautifully perfumed red and blue fruit layers possess a charge like defibrillators stimulating your heart to beat faster, each delivering achingly subtle floral and spice sparks, perfectly framed by very firm, very grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with incredible length and taking you to depths that extend to a provocative ferrous undercurrent. Stunning.

Robert Parker
100

This is very fleshy and deep with so much texture and richness. It’s full-bodied yet fresh. The tobacco, white truffle, licorice and dark fruit are so impressive. It’s so exuberant and wild. It just goes on for ever. Spellbinding. Very muscular and powerful. Agile and energetic. Please give this time. Needs eight to ten years. Try from 2029.

James Suckling
99

Bottled in mid-August, this is already taking on the most amazing slow creep of well-defined, crisp violet, cassis, tight black fruits and fig notes; floral and fresh yet complex and ripe. It's balanced by the most gorgeous burst of mint and slate, all stretching out slowly, delicately, gently. It's more architectural than the monumental 2015, but no less impressive, beginning to really settle and take its time to gather its forces, to layer itself up. A pure, precise style, it holds your attention for many many minutes after the wine has gone, both aromatically and intellectually. The overall impression is simply of pleasure. 50% new oak.

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2016 Pétrus
2016 Pétrus Sale price $4,345.00/per bottle | In Stock French Cellar (Delivery 8-14 days) | Any applicable taxes at checkout | Drink or Cellar

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The Estate

Pétrus is one of the most renowned and exclusive wine estates in the world, located in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France. Despite lacking an official classification, Pétrus is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most expensive wines globally. The estate covers a relatively small area of about 11.4 hectares and is known for producing a single wine, composed almost entirely of Merlot. Owned by the Moueix family since the 1960s, Pétrus has gained legendary status for its wines' exceptional quality, rarity, and aging potential.

2000 Pétrus 2000
2000
2000

Pétrus' Millennial Masterpiece

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.

2005 Pétrus 2005
2005
2005

Benchmark Year, Silken Pomerol Majesty

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

2007 Pétrus 2007
2007
2007

Elegant, approachable, refined vintage

The 2007 vintage in Pomerol was marked by a cooler, wetter growing season, requiring meticulous vineyard management and careful harvesting. Petrus excelled despite the challenges, producing a wine of elegance and charm, with bright aromatics and a refined texture. This vintage emphasizes balance and approachability rather than sheer power.

2013 Pétrus 2013
2013
2013

Delicate, Precise, Refined

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.

2014 Pétrus 2014
2014
2014

Balanced Year, Classic Pomerol Precision

A classic, balanced vintage with bright fruit, polished tannins, and lifted aromatics. Pétrus is subtle, structured, and highly ageable.

2016 Pétrus 2016
2016
2016

Iconic, Harmonious, Exceptional

The 2016 vintage in Bordeaux was exceptional, with a wet spring followed by a long, dry summer and perfectly timed rains in September. At Pétrus, the deep clay soils retained moisture during the heat, resulting in a wine of extraordinary richness, balance, and purity. This vintage is hailed as one of the estate’s finest, delivering a perfect harmony of concentration and freshness.

2019 Pétrus 2019
2019
2019

Summer Heat Shapes Character

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.

2020 Pétrus 2020
2020
2020

Pétrus' Resilient Brilliance

The 2020 growing season at Pétrus was marked by a warm, dry summer, presenting challenges in water management. However, the estate's unique blue clay soils proved invaluable in regulating water supply to the vines. Precise vineyard management and ideal late-season conditions allowed for the production of a wine combining intensity with freshness and elegance.

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