2016 Aromes de Pavie Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 6L
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REVIEWS

JS 94 JD 94 WE 94 WA 93 VN 92 WS 91
JS 94

jamessuckling.com, February 2019

Extremely floral and beautiful with plum and dark-berry aromas. Medium to full body, round, silky tannins and a savory finish. Second wine of Château Pavie. Drink after 2023.
JD 94

jebdunnuck.com, February 2019

Since 2015, this estate has made a concerted effort to up the quality of their second wine, adding 4 hectares that previously went into the grand vin as well as purchasing vines on the upper plateau. I’d say it’s working...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, May 2019

The second wine of Château Pavie is dense with dark tannins and superripe fruit. Bold and concentrated it still highlights the fruitiness of the vintage. Although it has big tannins and great potential, the wine also...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2019

(93+ points) The 2016 Arômes de Pavie has a deep garnet-purple color and is a little closed to begin, slowly revealing notes of crushed red and black cherries, raspberry preserves, plum pudding, blueberry pie and prunes...
VN 92

Vinous, January 2019

The 2016 Arômes de Pavie is succulent, racy and full of personality. Sweet dark cherry, plum, mocha, new leather and rose petal all grace this silky, super-expressive second wine from Pavie. In an effort to raise the...
WS 91

Wine Spectator, January 2019

This has a lush feel, with a polished and rounded structure that lets enticing plum and boysenberry compote flavors flow through. Light mocha and graphite notes underscore the finish. Accessible already. Drink now through...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Saint Emilion
Vintage 2016
Size 6L
Percent alcohol 14.5%

The 2016 Aromes de Pavie is a stunning Bordeaux Blend from the renowned Saint Emilion region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Aromes de Pavie, this red wine showcases the exceptional quality and craftsmanship that Bordeaux is known for.

In the glass, the wine displays a deep garnet-purple color, capturing the eye with its intensity. The aromatics are extremely floral and beautiful, with prominent notes of plum and dark berries. These fruity aromas are complemented by subtle hints of spice, adding complexity and intrigue.

On the palate, this wine truly shines. It has a medium to full body, with a round and silky texture that glides effortlessly across the tongue. The tannins are well-integrated and provide a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. The savory finish is long-lasting, leaving a lasting impression.

Noted wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive score of 94 points. He describes it as having a "baby Pavie" feel, highlighting its resemblance to the esteemed Château Pavie, the estate's grand vin. Jeb Dunnuck also awarded it 94 points, praising its remarkable purity of fruit, silky tannins, and great finish.

The blend is predominantly Merlot, with 66% of the varietal, followed by 21% Cabernet Franc and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine was aged in 50% new French oak, adding further depth and complexity.

With its exceptional quality and aging potential, the 2016 Aromes de Pavie is a wine that will continue to evolve and improve over the next two decades. It ranks among the top second wines in Bordeaux and is a true gem for any wine enthusiast's collection. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is sure to impress.