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- 532,00 €per l
D6-1622-1622-03
2003
13.50%
0.75L
Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 20%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
Bordeaux Saint Emilion , France
Parker about Château Pavie 2003
Certainly this was a wine born under considerable controversy, receiving accolades and kudos from me and several of my American colleagues, but generally excoriated by the British press. The French wine critics were very positive. This wine has calmed down considerably as it was a blockbuster, somewhat of a Bordeaux fruit bomb in its youth, and now has toned itself down to a serious candidate for one of the wines of this rather bizarre, but interesting, vintage. 2003 offered everything, from pathetically dilute and thin wines to some massive blockbusters. That was true especially in the Northern Médoc and from the limestone hillsides of St.-Emilion (where Pavie is situated). The color is a dark garnet, with a touch of amber beginning to appear on the edge. The wine has a stunning nose of roasted herbs, grilled meats, charcoal, blackberry and blackcurrant fruit, with some oak still present. Dense, full-bodied and very succulent and lush, this wine seems to be in late adolescence, ready to enter a relatively mature stage. There is always a suspicion because of the extreme heat in July and August that these wines will crack up very quickly, and certainly that will always be a worry, but this one looks set for at least another 10-15 years of drinkability.
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux Saint Emilion |
| Rebsorten | Merlot 70%, Cabernet Franc 20%, Cabernet Sauvignon 10% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 13.50% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | Red |
| Inverkehrbringer | Château Pavie, Pimpinelle, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 16-18°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2015 - 2042 |
| Parker Punkte | 96 |
| Jahrgang | 2003 |
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Château Pavie 2003
The Château Pavie 2003 is a powerful and impressive wine that perfectly reflects the unique conditions of the exceptionally hot and dry 2003 vintage. This vintage produced wines in Bordeaux with intense concentration and ripe flavors, and Pavie is an outstanding example.
In the glass, the Pavie 2003 presents a deep, almost opaque ruby red with violet reflections, indicating its tremendous density and youthfulness. The bouquet is lush and intense, dominated by ripe black fruits such as blackberries, black cherries, and cassis, accompanied by a robust spice. Notes of vanilla, cedarwood, and roasted coffee add further complexity, while subtle hints of chocolate, licorice, and a touch of earth round out the aromatic profile.
On the palate, the Château Pavie 2003 presents itself as full-bodied and powerful, with impressive concentration and a silky, almost velvety texture. The tannins are ripe and powerful, yet well-integrated, giving the wine remarkable structure and depth. The lush fruit flavors are accompanied by a subtle acidity that lends the wine a certain freshness despite its intense ripeness. Spicy and mineral notes also unfold on the palate, lending the wine additional nuance and remarkable length.
The finish is long and intense, with a lingering aftertaste of ripe fruit, fine spices, and a light toasted note. The Château Pavie 2003 is already an impressive wine, but will gain even more complexity and finesse with further bottle age.
This wine is an ideal accompaniment to hearty meat dishes such as game, roast beef, or braised lamb. The Pavie 2003 is a monumental wine that showcases Pavie's signature opulence and concentration while also impressively expressing the unique conditions of the 2003 vintage.
Château Pavie
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The history of this winery dates back to Roman times, and it's fascinating to consider how many generations of winemakers have shaped this heritage. In the 19th century, the château experienced a rebirth under the leadership of Ferdinand Bouffard, who transformed it into a respected winemaking center. However, it was the Perse family, who took over the property in the 1950s, who initiated a remarkable transformation that led it to its current glory.
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