Descripción

Este coupage mágico de Gerard Perse hace honor a la clasificación a la que pertenece. Solo lo mejor de lo mejor se encuentra bajo el reconocimiento de la Saint Emilion 1er Grand Cru Classé A, y con un tinto como este se demuestra el porqué. La finura y la elegancia se muestran en su máxima expresión en una añada que para los tintos fue excepcional. Alabado por los críticos más prestigiosos y con una increíble capacidad de guarda.

La entrega de este vino está prevista para el segundo trimestre de 2025.

 

Ficha técnica

La bodega
Château Pavie
Tipo
Tinto
Añada
2022
Grado
14.8% vol.
Variedad
52% Merlot, 30% Cabernet franc, 18% Cabernet sauvignon
Origen
Saint-Émilion Grand Cru

Cata

Nariz
Aromas de fruta roja madura, chocolate, canela y vainilla.
Boca
Intenso y con cuerpo, pero equilibrado gracias a su acidez.
Temperatura de servicio
Se recomienda servir a 16 ºC.

Viñedo y elaboración

Descripción
Viñedos situados en la meseta y en las laderas calcáreas de Saint Emilion a una altitud de entre 55 y 85 metros.
Superficie
37 hectáreas.
Edad
Más de 40 años.
Suelo
Arcillo-calcáreo.
Clima
Marítimo.
Cosecha
Vendimia manual.
Envejecimiento
Crianza en barrica de roble francés, nueva en su mayoría.

Opinión de los críticos

Jeb Dunnuck:

Released in a special bottle to celebrate the 25th harvest of Gerard Perse, the 2022 Château Pavie checks in as 52% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon, which is in line with recent vintages, although one important factor is that both Pavie Decesse and Bellevue Mondot will no longer be produced and will are now incorporated into the Château Pavie. Given the quality of those two releases, I don't see that affecting the quality of the Grand Vin. The 2022 sports a deep, saturated purple hue as well as a gorgeous bouquet of ripe cassis, blackcurrants, espresso roast, violets, and chalky minerality. Hitting the palate with full-bodied richness, it has a layered, opulent mouthfeel, velvety tannins, integrated oak, and a great finish. This is another heavenly Pavie that's going to shine with just 5-7 years of bottle age and evolve for 30-40 years or more. 96-98+

Decanter:

Ripe and expressive on the nose, clearly concentrated with opulent aromas but also so much florality - roses, irises and violets with bitter orange peel, chocolate and flint. Smooth and supple, filling and round, this has depth but also real tension giving a push-pull between density and direction. Tannins are fine and have bite as well as flesh - the generous Merlot with more structured Cabernet fighting each other for dominance right now. Layered and mutifaceted with juice and balancing acidity. Feels well made, and deep with both freshness and power. Refined if not totally elegant as it’s got heft, strength and muscles. Characterful and stylish. 3.67pH. Acidity 3.71. A yield of 31hl/ha. The 25th vintage of Gerard Perse at Pavie, and the 10th anniversary of being a Premier Grand Cru Classé A estate. 2022 is the first year to incorporate Pavie-Decesse and Bellevue-Mondotte into the blend. Harvest 19 September - 1 October - the same dates as 2020. Ageing 75% new oak, 25% one year old barrels.

James Suckling:

Intense aromas of cherries and spices. Full and layered without being heavy. It starts large and rich, but the tension and tannins tighten down. It's structured and powerful. Velvety, edgy tannins. Very salty at the end. Like an unpolished diamond. It now includes Pavie Decesse and Bellevue. Slightly overdone but wait and see. 52% merlot, 30% cabernet franc and 18% cabernet sauvignon.