Tasting Notes
Vinous 89+
Deep ruby. Very ripe aromas of blueberry syrup, dark chocolate and licorice, with an exotic liqueur-like quality. Tightly wound and penetrating but heavily extracted, with the dark fruit and spice flavors presently kept under wraps. Finishes firmly tannic and slightly bitter, with a note of licorice. Much less expressive and showy than it was at the Primeurs: I wouldn’t even think about opening a bottle for at least another six or seven years.
Wine Advocate 94+
This well-known estate situated on the limestone hillside above Pavie is produced from a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Another brilliant offering from the Perse family, the dense opaque purple-colored 2011 reveals plenty of floral notes intermixed with super-concentrated cassis and kirsch. The chalky limestone soils provide minerality to this full-bodied, powerful, concentrated St.-Emilion. Some tannins are noticeable, but they are sweet. This 2011 should be drinkable in 3-4 years and last for 15-20.
Anticipated maturity: 2017-2037
