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2014 Petrus

By Chateau Petrus

2014 Pétrus from Château Pétrus, Pomerol, Bordeaux

In the pantheon of fine wines, few command the reverence accorded to the esteemed Pétrus from Château Pétrus, and the 2014 vintage underscores this veneration with a showcase of balance and finesse. Standing distinctly among its peers, this iteration benefits from a season that teased out a measured strength under a cloak of elegance.

 

An Exceptional Vintage Amongst Its Peers

The journey of 2014 at Château Pétrus was one of disciplined artistry, played out under the watchful skies of Pomerol. A vintage that began with trepidation due to early dampness, 2014 Pétrus ultimately soared, as late-season warmth bestowed ideal ripening conditions upon the Merlot grapes – the varietal heart and soul of Pétrus. This fortuitous twist in climate has given rise to a wine poised with exquisite structure and depth, notable for its ability to stride gracefully between power and restraint.

 

Investing in a Symphonic Expression

For sophisticated investors and connoisseurs alike, the 2014 Pétrus is music in liquid form. It encapsulates an olfactory sonnet with notes of truffle, black cherry, and an ethereal hint of violets – paying homage to its earthy Pomerol heritage. Take a sip, and the palate is treated to a symphony of dark fruit melodies complemented by an undercurrent of minerality; a testament to its illustrious terroir. The texture lingers with seductive tannins – matured yet promising longevity and evolution through careful cellaring.

Strategic acquisition of bottles or cases of this superb wine not only enriches a portfolio but also promises future sensory delight. The 2014 vintage from Château Pétrus stands as a pinnacle of collectability: embodying the delicate balance between immediate enjoyment and potential appreciation in value over time.

 

An Inimitable Investment-Grade Wine

Globally acknowledged as one of Bordeaux's elite offerings, each bottle of 2014 Pétrus holds within it not just remarkable quality but a tangible storied legacy. With its compelling combination of climatic triumph and vinicultural mastery, this vintage represents an essential cornerstone for any serious collection or investment strategy. It rigorously maintains Château Pétrus's distinguished reputation and offers discerning individuals an opportunity to indulge in or capitalize on one of Pomerol's finest achievements.

As we embrace it now, or marvel at its maturity years hence, let this bottle be a reminder that 2014 at Château Pétrus was not merely another chapter but rather a highlight reel in Bordeaux's rich tapestry. It celebrates all that is extraordinary about winemaking – precision, adversity, triumph – bound together in Pétrus, available for your discerning palate and investment foresight.

Current market price

£31,080.00

12x75cl

Highest score

96

POP score

1942.5

Scores and tasting notes

95-96

No tasting note available.

James Suckling - Jamesuckling.com (04/2015)

96

No tasting note available.

Tim Atkin - TimAtkin.com (04/2015)

95-98

No tasting note available.

Wine Spectator - The Wine Spectator

93-95

No tasting note available.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate

93

The 2014 Petrus was tasted on the same morning as the 2014 Vieux-Château-Certan and though they are built from different blends, their personalities are quite similar. This is a succinct, not powerful, much more refined and discrete bouquet, gradually unfurling and revealing a subtle sea spray/marine element. The palate is again quite discrete at first and unfolds at a glacial pace. It is beautifully balanced with fine tannin, quite linear and structured, gently building towards a finish that has wonderful salinity (continuing that marine theme). Note: I actually returned to taste this several hours later, because it was so closed earlier on and it did finally open, which is atypical for this Pomerol. It is a wonderful Petrus, but one that will deserve bottle age and decanting.

Neal Martin - The Wine Advocate, 31 March 2017

18.5

No tasting note available.

Jancis Robinson - JancisRobinson.com

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