Chateau de Pez Saint-Estephe 2020 Magnum Lt 1.5

The Château de Pez 2020 Magnum represents the excellence of wines from the renowned Château de Pez estate, located in the western part of the commune of Saint-Estèphe. This fine wine has been honored with prestigious awards, including a score of 94/100 from Wine Enthusiast and 92/100 from Decanter.

Characteristics

• Soil: The terroir of Château de Pez is characterized by a clay-limestone soil, enriched with pebbles, which give the wine a unique complexity.
• Grape varieties: The cuvée is composed mainly of Cabernet Sauvignon (49%) and Merlot (49%), with a touch of Cabernet Franc (1%) and Petit Verdot (1%).
• Characteristics of Cru:
  • Yields per hectare: 46hl/h
  • Age of plants: 28 years on average

Vinification and Aging

The winemaking process sees 70 percent of the wine aged in wood and the remaining 30 percent in temperature-controlled steel. Aging takes place in new barrels for 30% of the wine for a period of 12 months.

Tasting Notes

The Château de Pez 2020 Magnum offers an expressive nose with suggestive notes of black cherry, tobacco and licorice stick. Hints of violet, currant, thyme and a slight tinge of bitter orange peel emerge on the palate. The wine stands out for its complexity and pleasant gourmandry, while silky, caressing tannins lend persistence and tension, making this Saint-Estèphe an unparalleled sensory experience.

Château de Pez 2020 Magnum Lt. 1.5 is the embodiment of the art of Saint-Estèphe winemaking, a wine that enchants the senses and delights the palate with its elegance and richness of aromas.