Petrus Tinto

Description

Petrus Pétrus is one of Bordeaux's most iconic and rare wines, produced in the Pomerol appellation on the right bank of the Dordogne River. The vineyard, covering 11.4 hectares, sits on the highest point of the Pomerol plateau, in a formation known as La Boutonnière. The soil combines blue clay rich in iron oxides with gravel, a rarity in the region, which retains water even in drought years, ensuring a constant supply of nutrients to the vines and contributing to the depth and consistency of the wine. The vineyard is planted 100% to Merlot, from vines with an average age of over 40 years. Despite a difficult start to the year, with frost affecting some areas of Bordeaux, the Pomerol plateau benefited from natural protection and careful human vigilance. It is in this context that the Pétrus 2017 reveals a refined expression of terroir. Unlike some more exuberant or immediately fruity vintages, this wine stands out for its subtlety and balance, with a slower ripening and fine tannins, offering a fresher portrait of Pomerol. In the glass, it combines opulence and elegance, with complex aromas and a palate that evolves over decades, always maintaining balance, depth and character. This vintage also represents an opportunity for collectors, with enormous ageing potential and complexity that unfolds over time, making it not only an extraordinary wine but a true prestige piece for any cellar or collection. Awards 99/100 – Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider 97-99/100 – Christer Byklum 98+/100 – Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 98/100 – Wine Spectator 98/100 – James Suckling 98/100 – Jean-Marc Quarin 98/100 – Falstaff 97/100 – Decanter 96/100 – Wine Enthusiast 18/20 – Vinum Wine Magazine 17/20 – Jancis Robinson Allergen Information Contains sulfites. SKU: 107936