2019 Château Pavie Premier Grand Cru Classé Saint-Emilion Magnum

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The Pavie 2019 is a blend of 50% Merlot, 32% Cabernet Franc and 18% Cabernet Sauvignon. Very deep garnet purple in colour it bursts from the glass with a fabulously expressive nose of crème de cassis, plum compote and blueberry preserves, leading to an impressive range of nuances, with notes of dark chocolate, camphor, liquorice, rose petals, loam and mineral notes. The rich, full palate offers layer upon layer of lush black and blue fruit with lots of exotic spice and lovely floral and mineral notes, supported by firm, super soft tannins and notable tension, finishing with great length and depth. This can only be Pavie. It makes for a temptingly stylish glass now, but patience will be rewarded if aged in bottle for at least 5-7 years and then drunk for the next 30 years. This is a 1.5 litre magnum

(97-100) - Parker
(98-99) - Suckling

About the Château Pavie winery

The vineyard of Château Pavie is 42 hectares. It is a large entity, but contains different terroirs, each with its own microclimate. Château Pavie is often one of the last wineries to finish the harvest. They work responsibly: 70% of the vineyard is now treated organically, they aim for 100%.

Today, Gerard Perse is the man in charge. A self-made man and millionaire from Paris. The son of a painter, he took over a small grocery store in a suburb in 1976 and then achieved enormous success with franchise supermarkets for Champion (Carrefour). Until he only wanted to do wine. In 1998, after having bought a few other wineries, he bought Château Pavie. In the region, he is seen as a renouncer of Saint-Emilion wines because of the techniques he used, such as the premature cutting of unripe bunches of grapes to limit production and increase quality. At the time, this was considered an unheard-of waste, but today almost everyone does it. The success of his wines has improved his reputation considerably. Not only Parker, but also other international wine critics give the highest scores. And wine with a story.

FACT: In the tab 'Attachments' you will find the official fact sheet of this beautiful wine. We will automatically send you this when you order this wine. The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will often also receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you choose 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht almost next to the A16 with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.  

Specifications

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Type of Wine Red
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Appellation Saint-Emillion
Winery Chateau Pavie
Grape Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Biological certified No
Natural wine No
Vegan No
Vintage 2019
Drinking as of 2026
Drinking till 2065
Alcohol % 13
Alcohol free/low No
Content 1.5 ltr
Oak aging Yes
Sparkling No
Dessert wine No
Closure Cork
Parker rating 100
James Suckling rating 99
Vinous rating 97
Tasting Profiles Aards, Complex, Droog, Houtgerijpt, Krachtig, Mineraal, Rood fruit, Tannines
Drink moments Indruk maken, Lekker luxe, Open haard

Professional Reviews

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Parker

100

James Suckling

99

Vinous

97

Wijnhuis

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Château Pavie ranks among the very best in Saint-Émilion. The estate is known for its powerful and structured wines, crafted from an extensive vineyard with diverse terroirs. Since Gérard Perse took ownership, Pavie has grown into a modern, ambitious estate with a strong focus on quality and precision.

 

About Château Pavie

Château Pavie is one of the most iconic wine estates in Saint-Émilion, located on the Right Bank of Bordeaux. The vineyard covers an impressive 42 hectares, making it one of the largest contiguous estates in the appellation. Despite its size, there is no uniformity. The soil is a mix of limestone, clay, and sand, spread across various slopes and elevations. Each parcel has its own microclimate, contributing to the depth, complexity, and layered character of the wines.

 

Château Pavie is known for being one of the last estates to harvest in Saint-Émilion. This gives the grapes the maximum time to ripen and reach their full potential. Today, 70% of the vineyard is organically farmed, with the goal of eventually converting the entire estate. This fits with the estate's meticulous and future-focused philosophy.

 

Gérard Perse: the success behind Château Pavie

Gérard Perse is the man behind Château Pavie’s success—a man with a remarkable story. Originally the son of a painter in Paris, he built his fortune with supermarket chains before turning his full attention to wine in the 1990s. In 1998, after acquiring other estates in the region, he purchased Château Pavie.

 

Perse did not shy away from innovation. He was initially criticized for his unconventional methods—such as green harvesting, removing unripe grape clusters to improve quality—which traditional Saint-Émilion producers viewed as wasteful. But his methods paid off. Today, many winemakers follow his lead, and Château Pavie is firmly established among Bordeaux’s elite.

 

One name, many faces: Pavie, Macquin, and Decesse

Did you know that the name “Pavie” refers to peach trees (*pavies*) that once grew on the hills of Saint-Émilion? The name appears in several estates, such as Château Pavie Macquin and Château Pavie Decesse. Although these are separate properties, they share a historical connection.

 

Unique facts about Château Pavie

  • Innovative cellar design: Gérard Perse constructed a cutting-edge winery that uses gravity instead of pumps, keeping grapes and must in optimal condition.
    Monolithic label: The Château Pavie label features an idealized Roman-style image of the estate—a deliberate choice by Perse to present it as a symbol of greatness.
  • Top classification since 2012: In the 2012 Saint-Émilion classification, Château Pavie was promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé A, alongside Angélus. A recognition of decades of quality and vision.
  • Micromapping in the vineyard: Each plot is individually analyzed for ripeness, sugar, and acidity levels, resulting in a blend crafted with ultimate precision.
    Global acclaim:

The wines of Château Pavie are known for their power, concentration, and impressive structure. They offer outstanding aging potential and evolve beautifully over time. Critics agree: Château Pavie ranks among the world’s finest wines. Not only Robert Parker, but also many other international reviewers consistently award scores of 95 points and higher.

 

Buy Château Pavie at Grandcruwijnen

At Grandcruwijnen, you’ll find a carefully curated selection of Château Pavie and other top Saint-Émilion wines. All our bottles are stored under ideal conditions in a professionally climate-controlled warehouse, ensuring optimal quality.

 

Order Château Pavie easily online or pick up your wine at our collection point in Dordrecht. Our sommeliers are happy to advise you on cellaring potential, serving temperature, and food pairings.

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