Chateau Pavie
Bordeaux Esprit de Pavie 2018
| Denomination | AOC Bordeaux Rouge |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Bordeaux (France) |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Aging | Aged in barriques for 15 months. |
- Grape composition: 65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Ageing: 15 months in barrique to achieve soft tannins and an elegant profile
- Tasting notes: blackcurrant, red fruits, spices, cedar and chocolate
- Serving suggestion: decant for 1 hour and serve at 16-18°C to enhance freshness and juiciness
- Ratings: 92/100 James Suckling; 89 Vinous and Wine Spectator; 90 Dunnuck
Description
What kind of wine it is
Esprit de Pavie, produced by Chateau Pavie, is a still red wine characterised by a deep purple-violet colour. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon expresses aromas of blackcurrant, red fruits and light spices, enriched by hints of cedar and chocolate. On the palate, it is round and fresh, supported by a well-balanced medium body. The juicy texture and a slight earthy note lead to a flavourful finish. It pairs perfectly with grilled meats and mature cheeses; it is advisable to decant it for about an hour before serving.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the Bordeaux region, faithfully reflecting the identity of Saint-Emilion. Chateau Pavie's agronomic approach limits chemical interventions, favouring meticulous manual work. Practices such as green harvesting promote optimal exposure of the bunches, ensuring even ripening. The distinctive characteristics of the soil are reflected in the typicality of the blend, giving it a solid ageing potential that can easily reach ten years.
How it is produced
Production begins with a manual harvest, followed by careful selection on double sorting tables. The spontaneous alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vats and includes several weeks of maceration, necessary to extract colour and structure. After malolactic fermentation, maturation continues in barrels for fifteen months. This period of rest allows the wine to soften its tannic texture, developing an elegant and pleasantly layered profile.
History and Curiosities
Born from the excellence of Château Pavie, the prestigious Premier Grand Cru of Saint-Émilion, this elegant French wine is the renowned second label of the estate. The 2018 vintage expresses a unique charm within the Bordeaux AOC landscape, thanks to 15 months of ageing in barriques which develops its juicy texture. Awarded 92 points by James Suckling, this predominantly Merlot blend is a true collector's wine, made even more special by the exclusive engraving service, ideal for enhancing your bottles.
Awards
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2018
92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2018
89/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2018
89/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
The central area plays with space and natural light. Like the vines, the large glass façade captures the sun's rays, offering a magnificent view of the hillside vineyard. This is "the most beautiful spot in Saint-Emilion", according to some. "From one side you can see the village while the other offers a view of neighboring vineyards towards the Dordogne and the Entre-deux-Mers region beyond. Read more
| Name | Chateau Pavie Bordeaux Esprit de Pavie 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Bordeaux AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Vendor | Chateau Pavie |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born from the excellence of Château Pavie, the prestigious Premier Grand Cru of Saint-Émilion, this elegant French wine is the renowned second label of the estate. The 2018 vintage expresses a unique charm within the Bordeaux AOC landscape, thanks to 15 months of ageing in barriques which develops its juicy texture. Awarded 92 points by James Suckling, this predominantly Merlot blend is a true collector's wine, made even more special by the exclusive engraving service, ideal for enhancing your bottles. |
| Origin | Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux, France |
| Fermentation | A few weeks |
| Production technique | Manual harvest; selection on double sorting tables; spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks with maceration; malolactic fermentation in tank; ageing in barriques for 15 months |
| Wine making | Manual harvesting and transport in small crates; selection on double sorting tables and green thinning. Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled tanks, with several weeks of maceration, followed by malolactic fermentation in tank. Ageing in barriques for 15 months. |
| Aging | Aged in barriques for 15 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |