2009 Peter Michael Les Pavots Cabernet Sauvignon

Purchase 2009 Peter Michael Les Pavots Cabernet Sauvignon

2009 Peter Michael Les Pavots Cabernet Sauvignon
94 pts (WA) As good as Les Pavots is in 2009, the real surprise is the 2009 L'Esprit des Pavots, which costs about half the price and delivers nearly as much pleasure. To be sure, $95 a bottle isn't cheap, but the Esprit delivers the goods and then some. The 2009 is a huge, mouthfilling wine bursting with dark fruit. It doesn't have the textural finesse or sophistication of Les Pavots (especially in the tannins), but it is nevertheless incredibly pleasing right now. I loved it. The Esprit is made from vineyards that are 10-15 years old. The blend is 47% Cabernet Franc, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Petit Verdot and 2% Merlot. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024.  Antonio Galloni  Robert Parker Wine advocate No 199 February 2012

Purchase 2009 Peter Michael Les Pavots Cabernet Sauvignon