The 2015 Pavie-Macquin is a Bordeaux blend from the Saint-Émilion region of France. This vintage has garnered high praise from reviewers, often noted for its luxurious depth and complexity.
James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive 98 points, highlighting its "violet and lilac aromas" and "blackberry and blueberry character," with a strong structure composed of "limestone, chalk and lavender." He suggests it will reach its peak after a few years of cellaring, recommending it be enjoyed from 2022 onward.
Wine Spectator also praised the 2015 Pavie-Macquin, giving it a score of 96 points. The review commends its "ripe, pure and expressive" nature, featuring flavors of "loganberry, plum and red currant preserve" that blend seamlessly with "anise and singed apple wood details." The wine is noted for its bright floral finish, which adds an uplifting quality to its profile.
Jeff Leve from The Wine Cellar Insider described the wine as "lush, sexy, plush and polished," awarding it 97 points. He emphasizes the wine's ability to "coat the glass and your palate," with "purity in the fruits and silky tannins." Leve considers this one of the best vintages from Pavie-Macquin, suggesting it has a long aging potential of 20-25 years or more.
Vinous' review, also awarding 97 points, calls it "one of the highlights of the vintage" with a "veritable explosion of super-ripe red cherry, rose petal and mocha." The review highlights its "silky" texture and "stunningly beautiful" presentation.
Across the board, the 2015 Pavie-Macquin is celebrated for its rich fruitiness, structured tannins, and potential for aging. With multiple reviewers rating it in the mid to high 90s, this vintage stands out as a remarkable offering from Pavie-Macquin.