{"title":"Petrus","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus reigns supreme as a viticultural legend hailing from the quiet village of Pomerol on Bordeaux's Right Bank. This modest 28.5-acre (11.5 ha) estate produces some of the world's most coveted wines, its reputation built on exceptional Merlot sourced from a narrow band of distinct blue clay soils—a terroir that many consider the pinnacle for cultivating this grape variety. While Pomerol lacks an official hierarchy like the Left Bank's 1855 Classification or Saint-Émilion's ranking system, Pétrus has transcended the need for formal recognition. It has established itself as the crown jewel of the appellation and, for many enthusiasts, the epitome of Bordeaux winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus has earned its legendary reputation purely on the merit of its wines, commanding respect and admiration that often surpasses even the most prestigious classified growths of the Médoc. This ascent to viticultural stardom, achieved without the benefit of an official classification, stands as a testament to the estate's exceptional terroir, meticulous craftsmanship, and uncompromising dedication to excellence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus: Estate History \u0026amp; the Moueix Family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus's origins trace back to the mid-1750s, with the Arnaud family taking ownership in 1770. Named after a Roman landowner, Petrus, and bearing an emblem inspired by \"Petros\" (the Greek form of St. Peter), the estate had already distinguished itself among Pomerol's elite by the late 1800s. However, Pétrus's true ascension began in 1929 when Madame Loubat acquired sole ownership. Her visionary partnership with Jean-Pierre Moueix in the 1940s would prove transformative, not only for Pétrus but for the entire Pomerol appellation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing Madame Loubat's passing in 1961, ownership transitioned to her heirs and Jean-Pierre Moueix. By 1969, Jean-François Moueix, Jean-Pierre's elder son, had assumed control. The Moueix family continues to guide Pétrus's destiny, with Jean-François at the helm since 2009. Through the visionary leadership of the Moueix family, Pétrus has not only maintained its status but has helped elevate the entire Pomerol appellation to global renown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePétrus: Vineyards, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTerroir, and Viticulture\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus's singular allure stems from its geological anomaly: a plateau of blue clay, a 40-million-year-old substrate unique to this plot. This dense, impenetrable smectite clay forges an ideal crucible for Merlot, challenging the vines and ultimately yielding fruit of extraordinary character. While the vineyards had previously been planted to a small portion of Cabernet Franc, Merlot has been the sole grape variety since 2010.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePétrus Wines: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinemaking Techniques\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe winemaking process at Pétrus is an exercise in precision. Grapes undergo meticulous hand-harvesting and optical sorting before fermentation in cement vats. The wine then matures for 18-20 months in a judicious mix of new and seasoned French oak. This fastidious approach yields a scant 30,000 bottles annually, with no secondary label to dilute the brand's prestige.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus Wine Style \u0026amp; Aromas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus wines are paragons of depth and complexity, known for their dark fruit expression filled with spiced coffee and chocolate aromas. The palate offers extraordinary richness with a tantalizingly velvety texture, framed by tannins both assertive and refined. Composed entirely of Merlot, these wines are exceptionally long-lived, often reaching their peak after 20-30 years of maturation.\u003cbr\u003eIconic Vintages and Market Position\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus: Best Wine Vintages \u0026amp; Legendary Years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus has produced a string of legendary vintages, with 1945, 1961, and 1982 standing out for their exceptional quality and rarity. The 1982 vintage, coinciding with the rise of wine critic Robert Parker, marked a turning point, propelling Pétrus to global renown and unprecedented demand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn recent decades, Pétrus has continued to craft extraordinary wines. Vintages such as 1989, 1990, 2000, 2005, 2009, 2010, and 2016 are widely regarded as modern-day legends, each showcasing the estate's consistent excellence and aging potential. These wines are highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs alike, promising remarkable experiences for those with the patience to cellar them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the rarefied realm of fine wines, Pétrus consistently commands prices that surpass even the storied First Growths of Bordeaux. Its scarcity, combined with perennial critical acclaim and a track record of exceptional vintages, solidifies its status as one of the world's most desirable wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus Wines: A Collector's Dream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePétrus remains a testament to the extraordinary potential of Merlot when cultivated in its ideal terroir. For the discerning collector, it represents more than a wine—it's an opportunity to possess a liquid embodiment of viticultural perfection. Its unwavering quality, prodigious aging potential, and severely limited production make it a cornerstone of any serious cellar. Encapsulating the pinnacle of Pomerol's terroir expression and winemaking artistry, Pétrus stands as an essential acquisition for those seeking to experience the very best that Bordeaux has to offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"petrus-1971-750ml","title":"1971 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"\u003cbr\u003ePetrus, Pomerol \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e VM97 \"This bottle of 1971 Petrus is perhaps the best that I have encountered, completely overawing the 1970 served alongside. It boasts a gorgeous bouquet with delineated red berry fruit, pressed rose petals, hints of kirsch and a touch of sandalwood, perhaps even a little exotic compared to previous bottles. The palate is medium-bodied with seductive fleshiness on the entry, a surfeit of black truffle infused red fruit and life-affirming purity. Unlike other bottles, this example seems to meliorate with aeration, gaining intensity and depth towards the precise and tender finish.\" NM for VM Jan 2019","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32962692972603,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-1971-F0L0C0","price":4995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-1971-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1780094950"},{"product_id":"petrus-2003-750ml","title":"2003 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"WS98 'Extraordinary nose of berry, chocolate and flowers. Amazing, jaw-dropping quality. Full-bodied, with supersilky, seductive tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Out of this world. Best after 2014. 2,000 cases made.\" JS for WS Mar 2006","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32962718629947,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2003-F0L0C0","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2003-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1696447280"},{"product_id":"petrus-2006-750ml","title":"2006 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP96 \"Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Petrus now seems to be evolving more slowly than the 2006 Le Pin: the fruit darker with raspberry coulis, mulberry, hints of marmalade and crushed rose petals coming forth. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, gently gripping the mouth and demonstrating admirable weight and complexity. You might almost think there was some Cabernet Franc towards the finish thanks to the subtle peppery notes coming through. It is probably ready to drink now, but the substance here suggests that it will age for another decade and continue to offer pleasure long after.\" Tasted January 2016","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963829661755,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2006-F0L0C0","price":3495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2006-F0L0C0_5cceb432-6b0d-4c4e-a166-2390fa38dbeb.jpg?v=1696447309"},{"product_id":"petrus-2007-750ml","title":"2007 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"This Petrus is solid for the vintage with bright and pretty fruit. It?s full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a berry, Indian spice, and cinnamon character. Long and intense. Better than most may believe. Still needs some time but who can wait?\u003cbr\u003ePetrus, Pomerol","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963829923899,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2007-F0L0C0","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2007-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1591938286"},{"product_id":"petrus-2000-1-5l","title":"2000 Petrus Pomerol, Magnum (1.5L) OWC","description":"RP100 \"A prodigious Petrus, this wine has that extra level of intensity and complexity that is monumental. The magic is clearly Petrus, and the 2000 will always be an interesting vintage to compare to another legend in the making, the 1998, or more recently, of course, the 2005, 2008, and 2009. Extremely full-bodied, with great fruit purity, an unmistakable note of underbrush, black truffle, intense black cherries, licorice, and mulberry, the wine seems to show no evidence of oak whatsoever. It has a sumptuous, unctuous texture, plenty of tannin, but also vibrancy and brightness. This is a remarkable wine that seems slightly more structured and massive than the 1998, which comes across as slightly more seamless, as if it were haute couture. This wine needs at least another 5-10 years of cellaring and should age for 50+ years.\" RP Jun 2010\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRobert Parker writes, \"The passing of a legend. Jean-Pierre Moueix, 1913-2003, passed away the weekend of March 29-30. A noble and erudite man, he single-handedly established the reputation for Pomerol. Founding his negociant firm in Libourne in 1937, he developed a marketplace in Belgium and northern Europe for many of the area's greatest wines. His success led to the purchase of many of the better vineyards, most renowned of which were Trotanoy (1953), La Fleur-Petrus (1953), Magdelaine (1954), and Petrus, partially owned until its outright acquisition in 2002.\n\u003cbr\u003e\nJean-Pierre Moueix and his two sons, Christian and Jean-Francois, were the cornerstones of my early education of the wines of Pomerol. As a beneficiary of his wisdom and generosity, I shall always remember him as a visionary as well as a great man. His death symbolizes the end of an extraordinary life and era.\" Published: Apr 22, 2003","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32963965255739,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-1500-2000-F0L0C0","price":12950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-1500-2000-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1777931702"},{"product_id":"petrus-2008-6-pack-owc-750ml-banded","title":"2008 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 6 btls","description":"RP97 \"It is hard to call Petrus a “sleeper of the vintage,” but the 2008 will merit more attention than most consumers would think. Low yields of 30 hectoliters per hectare resulted in only 25,000 bottles of this beauty. A wine of great intensity (possibly the most concentrated wine of the vintage), this 100% Merlot boasts a dark purple color as well as a sweet perfume of mocha, caramel, black cherries, black currants, earth and forest floor. Deep, unctuously textured, full-bodied and pure, it will benefit from 4-5 years of cellaring and should drink well for 25-30+ years.\" RP May 2011","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32964034134075,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK06-2008-F0L0C0","price":20950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK06-2008-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742521166"},{"product_id":"petrus-2011-750ml","title":"2011 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP95 \"A dense ruby\/purple-tinged color and restrained but intriguing aromas of kirsch, raspberry jam, wood spice, and mulberries are found in this full-bodied Petrus. An undeniable success in 2011, it is rich, layered and pure with light to moderate tannin, but seems slightly less muscular and tannic compared to its stablemate, Trotanoy. Forget it for a few years and drink it over the following 25 years. Made from 100% Merlot, it tips the scales at 13.5% alcohol. In short, it is typically open-knit and already showing very well. This is quite opulent\" RP April 2014.\u003cbr\u003ePetrus, Pomerol","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965135859771,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2011-F0L0C0","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2011-F0L0C0_25cb1b73-c4c3-475a-b25c-63316c713067.jpg?v=1742521021"},{"product_id":"petrus-2008-3-pack-owc-1-5l","title":"2008 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 3 Magnum [Banded]","description":"RP97 \"It is hard to call Petrus a “sleeper of the vintage,” but the 2008 will merit more attention than most consumers would think. Low yields of 30 hectoliters per hectare resulted in only 25,000 bottles of this beauty. A wine of great intensity (possibly the most concentrated wine of the vintage), this 100% Merlot boasts a dark purple color as well as a sweet perfume of mocha, caramel, black cherries, black currants, earth and forest floor. Deep, unctuously textured, full-bodied and pure, it will benefit from 4-5 years of cellaring and should drink well for 25-30+ years.\" RP May 2011","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965451022395,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-P315-2008-F0L0C0","price":20950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-P315-2008-F0L0C0_b71e08e2-b25f-4e22-86cb-6deb8e3a7291.jpg?v=1688689387"},{"product_id":"petrus-2013-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2013 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 6 btls, [Banded]","description":"JS94 \"Very fine and structured with ultra-fine tannins. Medium bodied with beautiful density and texture. It has length and grip for the vintage.\" JS Feb 2016\u003cbr\u003ePetrus, Pomerol","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965670797371,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK06-2013-F0L0C0","price":19500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK06-2013-F0L0C0_227c6b64-96fa-43b6-ba2f-8043bf86a6f9.jpg?v=1769028873"},{"product_id":"petrus-2013-750ml","title":"2013 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"DR95 \"The difficulties of the vintage are hardly evident here. Very deep in colour, the wine is dense and opulent on the nose, with black cherry aromas. It's ripe and solid, rich and very concentrated, showing ample force and extraction. For 2013 it's powerful and has some grandeur and is quite unlike the other Pomerols here. Spicy, imposing and long.\" SB for DR Feb 2023\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS94 \"Very fine and structured with ultra-fine tannins. Medium bodied with beautiful density and texture. It has length and grip for the vintage.\" JS Feb 2016","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32965880905787,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2013-F0L0C0","price":3185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2013-F0L0C0_c056ab0d-8a40-4643-aaf6-0d967658fc9d.jpg?v=1771979161"},{"product_id":"petrus-2016-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2016 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 6 btls, [Banded]","description":"RP100 \"Opaque purple-black colored, the 2016 Petrus slips effortlessly out of the glass with sanguine, seductive notes of kirsch, warm black plums, blueberry compote, red roses, Ceylon tea, violets, dark chocolate-covered cherries, licorice and cinnamon stick with wafts of iron ore, pencil lead, unsmoked cigars and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, profound and absolutely edifying on the palate, the densely packed, beautifully perfumed red and blue fruit layers possess a charge like defibrillators stimulating your heart to beat faster, each delivering achingly subtle floral and spice sparks, perfectly framed by very firm, very grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with incredible length and taking you to depths that extend to a provocative ferrous undercurrent. Stunning.\" LPB for TWA Nov 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"This is very fleshy and deep with so much texture and richness. It’s full-bodied yet fresh. The tobacco, white truffle, licorice and dark fruit are so impressive. It’s so exuberant and wild. It just goes on for ever. Spellbinding. Very muscular and powerful. Agile and energetic. Please give this time.\" JS Jan 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG99 \"The 2016 Pétrus is magnificent. There is a sense of total completeness in the 2016 that is hard to capture with words. A regal wine of total presence, the 2016 simply has it all. Beautifully layered in the glass, with stunning aromatics and endless, layered fruit, the 2016 is utterly captivating. Once again I am struck by the wine's purity and total class. Technical Director Olivier Berrout and his team turned out a magnificent Pétrus in 2016.\" AG for VM Jan 2019","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32967189233723,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK06-2016-F0L0C0","price":26950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK06-2016-F0L0C0_6d389829-e2b5-4d90-a506-3d906ce510a1.jpg?v=1770165163"},{"product_id":"petrus-2006-3-pack-owc-1-5l","title":"2006 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 3 Magnum","description":"RP96 \"Tasted at Bordeaux Index's annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Petrus now seems to be evolving more slowly than the 2006 Le Pin: the fruit darker with raspberry coulis, mulberry, hints of marmalade and crushed rose petals coming forth. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, gently gripping the mouth and demonstrating admirable weight and complexity. You might almost think there was some Cabernet Franc towards the finish thanks to the subtle peppery notes coming through. It is probably ready to drink now, but the substance here suggests that it will age for another decade and continue to offer pleasure long after.\" Tasted January 2016","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33609315942459,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-P315-2006-F0L0C0","price":20950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/products\/BDXPETPETR-P315-2006-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1589612997"},{"product_id":"petrus-2016-750ml","title":"2016 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP100 \"Opaque purple-black colored, the 2016 Petrus slips effortlessly out of the glass with sanguine, seductive notes of kirsch, warm black plums, blueberry compote, red roses, Ceylon tea, violets, dark chocolate-covered cherries, licorice and cinnamon stick with wafts of iron ore, pencil lead, unsmoked cigars and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, profound and absolutely edifying on the palate, the densely packed, beautifully perfumed red and blue fruit layers possess a charge like defibrillators stimulating your heart to beat faster, each delivering achingly subtle floral and spice sparks, perfectly framed by very firm, very grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with incredible length and taking you to depths that extend to a provocative ferrous undercurrent. Stunning.\" LPB for TWA Nov 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"This is very fleshy and deep with so much texture and richness. It’s full-bodied yet fresh. The tobacco, white truffle, licorice and dark fruit are so impressive. It’s so exuberant and wild. It just goes on for ever. Spellbinding. Very muscular and powerful. Agile and energetic. Please give this time.\" JS Jan 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG99 \"The 2016 Pétrus is magnificent. There is a sense of total completeness in the 2016 that is hard to capture with words. A regal wine of total presence, the 2016 simply has it all. Beautifully layered in the glass, with stunning aromatics and endless, layered fruit, the 2016 is utterly captivating. Once again I am struck by the wine's purity and total class. Technical Director Olivier Berrout and his team turned out a magnificent Pétrus in 2016.\" AG for VM Jan 2019","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40563105497271,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2016-F0L0C0","price":4495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2016-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1770934195"},{"product_id":"petrus-2018-banded-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2018 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 6 btls","description":"RP100 \"The 2018 Petrus has retained its opaque purple-black color after bottling, foreshadowing the seemingly frozen-in-time glacial pace at which this wine is proceeding. It opens very reluctantly, requiring considerable air with vigorous swirling and doggedly demands a few hours before it offers glimpses at this slumbering giant of a wine. As it eventually unfurls, it slowly morphs into a powerful, fantastically pure nose of preserved plums, blackberry preserves and blueberry compote, followed by nuances of molten licorice, dark chocolate, black truffles, iron ore and, still later, floral notions of lilacs and rose oil come through. The full-bodied palate is taut, muscular and oh-so-tightly wound at this stage, revealing peeks at many, many layers of perfectly ripe black and blue fruits, exotic spices and earthy notions for which words simply fail. The texture is at once rock solid and fantastically plush, with impeccably knit freshness, finishing so long you really can't taste or think of anything else for the rest of the day. Here is a heart-stopping titan that puts paid to all those naysayers who contest that perfection in wine cannot exist. It will require a good 8-10 years to hit its stride, then it is very likely to outlive us all, but you will want to make certain you drink this one before you go.\" LPB for WA Mar 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG100 \" The 2018 Petrus is every bit as grand as I thought it could be. A wine with no start and no end, the 2018 envelops all the senses from the very first taste. It is at times intellectual, while in other moments more hedonistic, but it is always a total turn-on. Silky and layered, with exquisite finesse and depth to burn, the 2018 Petrus is unquestionably the wine of the vintage on the Right Bank and one of the handful of truly unforgettable wines of the vintage. As I wrote when I tasted the 2018 from barrel, I have never tasted a young Petrus with this much sheer class. It's an absolutely brilliant effort Petrus and Technical Director Olivier Berrouet.\" AG for VM Mar 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP100 \"The 2018 Petrus has a deep garnet purple color. It skips out of the glass with lifted scents of Morello cherries, redcurrant jelly, and fresh mulberries, plus suggestions of black olives, truffles, and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is very firm and taut with ripe, grainy tannins and muscular fruit, finishing long and earthy. Typically for this vineyard, it will require patience!\" LPB for TWI Feb 2023","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42200233050349,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK06-2018-F0L0C0","price":27950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK06-2018-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1767211117"},{"product_id":"petrus-2015-750ml","title":"2015 Petrus, Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP100 \"When I asked winemaker Olivier Berrouet about his greatest challenges in 2015, he replied, “Our biggest challenge is to avoid all the temptations you can have in the vineyard and in the cellar. You can go too far. With our job, if you go too far, you can’t go back. Little steps are best.” His comments eloquently explain the immense pressure of handling a seemingly pressure-less vintage like 2015 in Pomerol. But, with the devil in all the many details that are involved in the pursuit of wine perfection, if anyone has that devil by the horns, it is this incredibly talented young winemaker.  Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2015 Petrus (bottled in mid-July 2017) opens in its own time to reveal crushed black cherries, warm plums, mulberries and cedar chest suggestions with touches of anise, lavender, beef drippings and wild thyme plus a waft of crushed rocks. Medium to full-bodied, it fills the palate with generous, exuberant, wonderfully layered red, black and perfumed blue fruits contrasted beautifully by very ripe, very fine-grained and very firm tannins plus an ethereal line of seamless acid, finishing long and minerally. Olivier Berrouet and his team have knocked it out of the park in 2015. Look for this Pétrus to build and unfold over the next 20 years and confidently cellar this legend for 40+ years.\" LPB for WA Feb 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP100 \"Petrus 2015 has a deep garnet color, with a hint of purple. Upon opening (the bottle was opened in front of me) the nose explodes with an atomic mushroom cloud of molten licorice, black cherry preserves, ripe juicy black plums, and candied violets, followed by hints of Sichuan pepper, Indian spices, crushed rocks, and iron ore. Full-bodied, rich, concentrated and fantastically opulent, the palate delivers super-ripe, velvety tannins and amazing tension to the multi-layered black fruits and exotic spices, finishing with incredible length. Polished, pristine, curvaceous and hedonic - out of the gate gorgeous, this baby has a good 50-60 years+ further to go.\" LPB for TWI Nov 2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"The aromas to this are a reference for Pomerol with truffles, black olives, black licorice and dark fruit. Even brown sugar. Full-bodied, layered and multi-dimensional. Chocolate underlines the character above. The perfect tannin texture, length and balance make you think you're dreaming. All about harmony and beauty. Love to taste it now but needs at least five or six years.\" JS Feb 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJD99 \"The 2015 Petrus is undoubtedly one of the gems in the vintage and will probably merit a perfect score in another decade. Even so, it has the sexy, exotic nature of the vintage front and center and offers a huge perfume of black currants, kirsch liqueur, Asian spices, and incense. As always, this beauty is 100% Merlot that was brought up in 50% new wood in 2015. A wine that opens up beautifully with time in the glass, it has beautiful mid-palate depth, sweet, sweet tannins, and voluptuous yet weightless texture that needs to be tasted to be believed. Hide bottles for 4-5 years, count yourself lucky, and enjoy over the following 3-4 decades.\" JD Oct 2018","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44031916933357,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2015-F0L0C0","price":4295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2015-F0L0C0_da5abb47-4dec-49c2-a507-f2742e3cced3.jpg?v=1742940287"},{"product_id":"petrus-2017-6-pack-owc-750ml","title":"2017 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 6 btls","description":"RP98+ \"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Petrus comes galloping out of the glass with bold, expressive notions of Black Forest cake, blueberry preserves and Christmas pudding with nuances of molten chocolate, Chinese five spice, candied violets, licorice and kirsch plus wafts of roses and cinnamon stick. Full-bodied, rich, spicy and fantastically concentrated, the palate has compelling freshness and a solid base of wonderfully ripe, velvety tannins, finishing very long and opulent. The aromatics at this youthful stage are atypical for Petrus and quite stunning—this 2017 is a bombshell! Furthermore, it is a unique style for this estate and one avid collectors should seek out!\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWS98 \"This delivers a torrent of pure, unadulterated raspberry fruit that extends effortlessly through the finish, while hints of incense, mineral and rooibos tea glisten tantalizingly throughout. Shows terrific cut and precision, with eye-catching detail.\" JM for WS Mar 2020\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS98 I love the aromatics to this with crushed berries, violets and black olives. Hints of vanilla and some caramel. Decadent. Full-bodied and round with very creamy tannins that melt into the wine. It starts off slowly and and then kicks off a few seconds later. The tannins are extremely polished and refined. Hard not to drink now, but wait. Try after 2025.","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44080800923885,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK06-2017-F0L0C0","price":18950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK06-2017-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1683322243"},{"product_id":"petrus-2018-750ml","title":"2018 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP100 \"The 2018 Petrus has retained its opaque purple-black color after bottling, foreshadowing the seemingly frozen-in-time glacial pace at which this wine is proceeding. It opens very reluctantly, requiring considerable air with vigorous swirling and doggedly demands a few hours before it offers glimpses at this slumbering giant of a wine. As it eventually unfurls, it slowly morphs into a powerful, fantastically pure nose of preserved plums, blackberry preserves and blueberry compote, followed by nuances of molten licorice, dark chocolate, black truffles, iron ore and, still later, floral notions of lilacs and rose oil come through. The full-bodied palate is taut, muscular and oh-so-tightly wound at this stage, revealing peeks at many, many layers of perfectly ripe black and blue fruits, exotic spices and earthy notions for which words simply fail. The texture is at once rock solid and fantastically plush, with impeccably knit freshness, finishing so long you really can't taste or think of anything else for the rest of the day. Here is a heart-stopping titan that puts paid to all those naysayers who contest that perfection in wine cannot exist. It will require a good 8-10 years to hit its stride, then it is very likely to outlive us all, but you will want to make certain you drink this one before you go.\" LPB for WA Mar 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG100 \" The 2018 Petrus is every bit as grand as I thought it could be. A wine with no start and no end, the 2018 envelops all the senses from the very first taste. It is at times intellectual, while in other moments more hedonistic, but it is always a total turn-on. Silky and layered, with exquisite finesse and depth to burn, the 2018 Petrus is unquestionably the wine of the vintage on the Right Bank and one of the handful of truly unforgettable wines of the vintage. As I wrote when I tasted the 2018 from barrel, I have never tasted a young Petrus with this much sheer class. It's an absolutely brilliant effort Petrus and Technical Director Olivier Berrouet.\" AG for VM Mar 2021\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP100 \"The 2018 Petrus has a deep garnet purple color. It skips out of the glass with lifted scents of Morello cherries, redcurrant jelly, and fresh mulberries, plus suggestions of black olives, truffles, and underbrush. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is very firm and taut with ripe, grainy tannins and muscular fruit, finishing long and earthy. Typically for this vineyard, it will require patience!\" LPB for TWI Feb 2023","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44080800956653,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2018-F0L0C0","price":4495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2018-F0L0C0_ef4081f4-709d-4213-93be-c1f565e5e81c.jpg?v=1772660246"},{"product_id":"petrus-2021-1-5l-owc","title":"2021 Petrus Pomerol [OWC], Magnum (1.5L)","description":"JS97 \"Refined, subtle and elegant, with aromas of violets, nutmeg, sandalwood, bark and plums that follow through to a medium body with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Goes on and on. Most impressive are the seamless texture and solid center palate. Lightly chalky at the end.\" JS Apr 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP96 \"The 2021 Petrus is medium to deep purple-black in color. After a swirl or two, notes of raspberry preserves, kirsch, and rose oil prance out of the glass, opening out to an undercurrent of fragrant soil, mossy tree bark, and graphite, with a waft of iron ore and an emerging anise hint. The medium-bodied palate vibrates with energy-charged red and black fruits, framed by very fine-grained tannins and well-knit freshness, finishing on a lingering ferrous note. This must be one of the most elegant, graceful vintages of Petrus ever!\" LPB for TWI Apr 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR96 \"A luminous, compelling and memorable Petrus, one of the absolute standouts in 2021. Expressions of dark crimson berries, damson, plums, raspberries, redcurrant fruit, blackcurrant, touches of blood orange zest, cherry perfume and pink flowers on the nose - I could go on..! The aromatic intensity is exceptional and just so beguiling. This has such a seamless continuation of flavours and aromas from start to finish - a consistency, all flowing gracefully - neat, clear and pure. You're not going to find the most rich, dense or exuberant of wines here, that's obvious given the vintage conditions, but this is such an excellent wine from Olivier Berrouet working with the vintage. There is a taffeta quality to the fine and layered tannins that coat the mouth and give an aerial sensation. Juicy and succulent, the acidity comprises part of the structure and carries the expression of the red berry and stone fruit and salty minerality that appears on the finish. Structured with backbone, this is confident in its intensity and momentum but still so refined and finessed. Sublime in its delicacy and grace giving a gentle energy.\" GH for DR Apr 2022","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47161172558061,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-1500-2021-F0L0C0","price":6950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-1500-2021-F0L0C0_53e13159-17ce-4061-8df2-c0069a679526.jpg?v=1777044490"},{"product_id":"petrus-2017-750ml","title":"2017 Petrus Pomerol, Bottle (750ml)","description":"RP98+ \"Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Petrus comes galloping out of the glass with bold, expressive notions of Black Forest cake, blueberry preserves and Christmas pudding with nuances of molten chocolate, Chinese five spice, candied violets, licorice and kirsch plus wafts of roses and cinnamon stick. Full-bodied, rich, spicy and fantastically concentrated, the palate has compelling freshness and a solid base of wonderfully ripe, velvety tannins, finishing very long and opulent. The aromatics at this youthful stage are atypical for Petrus and quite stunning—this 2017 is a bombshell! Furthermore, it is a unique style for this estate and one avid collectors should seek out!\"\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWS98 \"This delivers a torrent of pure, unadulterated raspberry fruit that extends effortlessly through the finish, while hints of incense, mineral and rooibos tea glisten tantalizingly throughout. Shows terrific cut and precision, with eye-catching detail.\" JM for WS Mar 2020\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS98 I love the aromatics to this with crushed berries, violets and black olives. Hints of vanilla and some caramel. Decadent. Full-bodied and round with very creamy tannins that melt into the wine. It starts off slowly and and then kicks off a few seconds later. The tannins are extremely polished and refined. Hard not to drink now, but wait. Try after 2025.","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47854089699565,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-0750-2017-F0L0C0","price":3150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-0750-2017-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1742929036"},{"product_id":"2016-petrus-pomerol-d-magnum-3l","title":"2016 Petrus Pomerol, D-Magnum (3L)","description":"RP100 \"Opaque purple-black colored, the 2016 Petrus slips effortlessly out of the glass with sanguine, seductive notes of kirsch, warm black plums, blueberry compote, red roses, Ceylon tea, violets, dark chocolate-covered cherries, licorice and cinnamon stick with wafts of iron ore, pencil lead, unsmoked cigars and crushed rocks. Full-bodied, profound and absolutely edifying on the palate, the densely packed, beautifully perfumed red and blue fruit layers possess a charge like defibrillators stimulating your heart to beat faster, each delivering achingly subtle floral and spice sparks, perfectly framed by very firm, very grainy tannins and bold freshness, finishing with incredible length and taking you to depths that extend to a provocative ferrous undercurrent. Stunning.\" LPB for TWA Nov 2018\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJS100 \"This is very fleshy and deep with so much texture and richness. It’s full-bodied yet fresh. The tobacco, white truffle, licorice and dark fruit are so impressive. It’s so exuberant and wild. It just goes on for ever. Spellbinding. Very muscular and powerful. Agile and energetic. Please give this time.\" JS Jan 2019\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAG99 \"The 2016 Pétrus is magnificent. There is a sense of total completeness in the 2016 that is hard to capture with words. A regal wine of total presence, the 2016 simply has it all. Beautifully layered in the glass, with stunning aromatics and endless, layered fruit, the 2016 is utterly captivating. Once again I am struck by the wine's purity and total class. Technical Director Olivier Berrout and his team turned out a magnificent Pétrus in 2016.\" AG for VM Jan 2019","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49709257031917,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-3000-2016-F0L0C0","price":19950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-3000-2016-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1774627208"},{"product_id":"2021-petrus-pomerol-case-of-3-btls","title":"2021 Petrus Pomerol, Case of 3 Btls","description":"JS97 \"Refined, subtle and elegant, with aromas of violets, nutmeg, sandalwood, bark and plums that follow through to a medium body with ultra-fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Goes on and on. Most impressive are the seamless texture and solid center palate. Lightly chalky at the end.\" JS Apr 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nLP96 \"The 2021 Petrus is medium to deep purple-black in color. After a swirl or two, notes of raspberry preserves, kirsch, and rose oil prance out of the glass, opening out to an undercurrent of fragrant soil, mossy tree bark, and graphite, with a waft of iron ore and an emerging anise hint. The medium-bodied palate vibrates with energy-charged red and black fruits, framed by very fine-grained tannins and well-knit freshness, finishing on a lingering ferrous note. This must be one of the most elegant, graceful vintages of Petrus ever!\" LPB for TWI Apr 2024\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nDR96 \"A luminous, compelling and memorable Petrus, one of the absolute standouts in 2021. Expressions of dark crimson berries, damson, plums, raspberries, redcurrant fruit, blackcurrant, touches of blood orange zest, cherry perfume and pink flowers on the nose - I could go on..! The aromatic intensity is exceptional and just so beguiling. This has such a seamless continuation of flavours and aromas from start to finish - a consistency, all flowing gracefully - neat, clear and pure. You're not going to find the most rich, dense or exuberant of wines here, that's obvious given the vintage conditions, but this is such an excellent wine from Olivier Berrouet working with the vintage. There is a taffeta quality to the fine and layered tannins that coat the mouth and give an aerial sensation. Juicy and succulent, the acidity comprises part of the structure and carries the expression of the red berry and stone fruit and salty minerality that appears on the finish. Structured with backbone, this is confident in its intensity and momentum but still so refined and finessed. Sublime in its delicacy and grace giving a gentle energy.\" GH for DR Apr 2022","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49805973717229,"sku":"BDX:PET:PETR-PK03-2021-F0L0C0","price":10500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/files\/BDXPETPETR-PK03-2021-F0L0C0.jpg?v=1778107031"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/8592\/6203\/collections\/lafleur_blast_1998_1600.jpg?v=1734706611","url":"https:\/\/grandcruliquidassets.com\/collections\/winery-chateau-petrus.oembed?page=3","provider":"Grand Cru Liquid Assets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}