Petrus
Pétrus, one of the world`s rarest and most expensive wines was virtually unheard of 30 years ago. It was only when the Moueix family bought a half share in the property in 1962 that its true potential began to be fully realised. Pétrus is now under the direction of Christian Moueix and oenologist, Jean Claude Berrouet.
11.4 hectare vineyard is located on a plateau on the highest part of Pomerol in the far east of the appellation. The topsoil and the subsoil at Pétrus is almost all clay and Merlot flourishes in this soil. Pétrus' vineyard is planted with 95% Merlot.
The grapes are hand harvested only in the afternoon, when the morning dew has evaporated, so as not to risk even the slightest dilution of quality. The grapes are fermented in cement vats and the wine is aged in 100% new oak barrels for 22-28 months.
Pétrus 1996 is extraordinarily rich, powerful and concentrated with characteristics of chocolates, truffles, Asian spices and ultra-ripe, creamy, black fruits.
11.4 hectare vineyard is located on a plateau on the highest part of Pomerol in the far east of the appellation. The topsoil and the subsoil at Pétrus is almost all clay and Merlot flourishes in this soil. Pétrus' vineyard is planted with 95% Merlot.
The grapes are hand harvested only in the afternoon, when the morning dew has evaporated, so as not to risk even the slightest dilution of quality. The grapes are fermented in cement vats and the wine is aged in 100% new oak barrels for 22-28 months.
Pétrus 1996 is extraordinarily rich, powerful and concentrated with characteristics of chocolates, truffles, Asian spices and ultra-ripe, creamy, black fruits.
