Petrus 1978
Petrus 1978 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot (Pomerol, France), in the rich, smooth reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Cheapest offer £2350.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verite La Muse 2015 Verite · Sonoma County | £2230.00 | |||
| Verite La Muse 2014 Verite · Sonoma County | £2180.00 | |||
| Pontet Labrie 2018 Chateau Pontet Labrie · Bordeaux | £2680.00 | |||
| Petrolo Galatrona, Syndicate Share 2024 Petrolo · Tuscany | £1950.00 |
Petrus is perhaps one of the most revered wines in the world and is often considered the pinnacle of the Pomerol appellation. Almost always made from 100% Merlot, the style of Petrus is unique and in the best vintages often achieves levels of aromatic complexity, richness and silky texture that others simply cannot. It is an exceptionally long-lived wine and can often require significant cellaring before reaching maturity and expressing its true essence. Here is the historic 1978 vintage.