2017 Pavie Macquin, St-Emilion

From a cooler, north-facing terroir located on the upper plateau of Saint Emilion, the 2017 Château Pavie Macquin sports a deep purple/blue color as well as perfumed, exotic notes of black cherries, blueberries, crushed rocks, violets, and ample floral nuances. With bright acidity, ripe, yet firm tannin, it shows the cooler, focused, austere side to the vintage, yet is pure, concentrated, and impeccably balanced. This is a 2017 built for the long haul and is going to need at least 4-5 years of bottle age. The blend is 80% Merlot, 18% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, harvested between the 20th of September and the 9th of October. 93-95+

One of the great wines of 2017 Bordeaux without a doubt - something that was shared by our team when tasting it on two different occasions. Cool, pure red fruit comes in waves as it continues to build on the palate. There is a mineral/limestone note that keeps a sense of place and resonates with the classic Bordeaux lovers in the room. Great layers and detail is seen through persistent fine grain tannins. This is not a push-it-to-the-limits style, but instead a well-judged, balanced wine. Terrific focus and depth. Drink 2023 to 2038.