2000 Château Pavie

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history of château pavie and the family approach

Located in the Saint-Émilion region of Bordeaux, Château Pavie is one of the oldest and most respected wineries on the Right Bank. The estate has ancient roots, but under the leadership of the Guinaudeau–Fayat family (owned by Gérard Perse since 1998), it has become a prestigious Grand Cru Classé (Premier Grand Cru Classé A since 2012). The combination of rich historical roots and modern precision makes the estate particularly attractive to sommeliers and investors.

region, climate and terroir of Pavie

Saint-Émilion enjoys a temperate maritime climate with warm summers and cool nights, ideal for the slow maturation of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The soils vary from limestone and clay to gravel, resulting in wines with structure, finesse, and depth – characteristics important to professional wine tasters and enthusiasts who invest in wine.

year 2000: harvest and vinification

The 2000 harvest was exceptional in Bordeaux: a warm, dry summer, concentrated, ripe grapes. Full of intensity, the berries were hand-selected and treated with the utmost care by the winery. Fermentation took place in temperature-controlled vats, followed by long aging (18–20 months) in primarily new French oak barrels. The result is a powerful yet refined wine that impresses in color, aroma, and flavor.

tasting profile of château pavie 2000

The color is deep, almost inky black, with purple hues at the rim. The bouquet opens with intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedarwood, and surprising notes of graphite and leather. The palate reveals ripe berries, spices, tobacco, dark chocolate, and a subtle hint of truffle. The tannins are rich, silky, and integrated; the finish is long, elegant, and memorable.

development and aging of the 2000 vintage

Because this vintage is now over 25 years old, we're talking about a wine that has developed beautifully. Wine is, after all, a natural product, and it's always fascinating to judge whether a wine is still at its peak or past its prime. Château Pavie 2000 still shows plenty of vibrancy, complexity, and depth: it's exciting and rewarding to taste this wine now at its most ripe.

value for investors and consumers

For the serious wine lover and investor, Château Pavie 2000 represents not only an exceptional tasting experience but also an asset that will retain its value (and potentially increase in value). Reviews from respected journalists emphasize the balance between power and finesse, the impressive concentration, and the longevity – qualities that appeal to both the taster and the wallet.

order information and shipping hidden cellar

Hidden Cellar wines are ordered separately – they cannot be combined with our 4,500 regular wines. We ship via our regular orders (on average every two months). If you prefer, you can opt for Express Delivery: in that case, we ship the wines directly, and your order will arrive within 1–2 weeks.

conclusion

Château Pavie 2000 is a rare, top-quality Bordeaux with deep complexity, long-lasting development, and impressive aging potential. For sommeliers, it's a wine to pour with care; for consumers, a rich, layered pleasure; for investors, a valuable asset. Thanks to Hidden Cellar, you have exclusive access – don't wait too long and enrich your collection with this iconic vintage.