Petrus 1979
Petrus 1979 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. Listed at £2000.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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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 1979 vintage.