2022 Château Pavie-Macquin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Magnum

Winery Château Pavie-Macquin

Château Pavie-Macquin is a Premier Grand Cru Classé from Saint-Émilion, renowned for its chalky plateau. The estate combines tradition with modern precision and works with low yields to maximize the terroir's expression. The wines are characterized by concentration, minerality, and refined tannin structure, with clear aging potential. More information about this winery can be found under the Winery tab.

Region and year 2022

2022 was a warm and vigorous year in Bordeaux, with optimal ripening and healthy grapes. Thanks to the limestone soils of Saint-Émilion, freshness was preserved, resulting in wines with both richness and structure. Pavie-Macquin masterfully combined concentration and control in this vintage.

Vineyards and grape varieties

The wine is primarily based on Merlot, supplemented with Cabernet Franc and a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon, sourced from plots on the chalky plateau. The soils provide tension and length, while the blend adds structure and aromatic complexity.

Vinification and maturation

After careful selection, the grapes are fermented with controlled extraction to maintain precision and balance. Maturation takes place in oak barrels, with integration and refinement as key features. The 2022 displays youthful restraint and will further open up with bottle aging.

Color, smell and taste

Deep ruby red in color. The nose offers aromas of dark berries, black cherry, and subtle notes of laurel, graphite, and licorice.

The palate is medium to full-bodied, with a layered and concentrated structure. Ripe dark fruit is supported by vibrant acidity and finely integrated tannins. The finish is long, controlled, and mineral, with clear aging potential.

Magnum size 1.5 liter

This 2022 Pavie-Macquin is offered in magnum. The larger size allows for slower maturation and extra harmonious development in the bottle. Magnum bottles are known for their stability and aging potential, which will give this powerful vintage even more depth and complexity in the coming decades.

Drinking window and development

With 95 points, the 2022 Pavie-Macquin underscores its quality in a powerful Bordeaux vintage. The wine is currently reserved and requires patience. Expected optimal drinking period: 2030 to 2055.

Summary of professional reviews

The 2022 Pavie-Macquin (95 points) is praised for its aromas of dark fruit, graphite, and laurel, its layered structure, and excellent length. A concentrated, controlled Saint-Émilion with great ageing potential.

Wine-Food and Discount

If available, you'll find the official fact sheet and additional information about this fine wine in the "Attachments" tab. We'll automatically send you this information when you order this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you pick it up, you'll often receive a nice discount. You'll see your discount immediately when you select "Pick up" at the checkout page. We're located in Dordrecht, right next to the A16 motorway, with ample parking. Click here for our address.

You can read the full wine reviews from Parker, Suckling, Vinous, and Wine Spectator, among others. Need advice on finding the perfect wine to pair with your dish? Click here for our exclusive Sommelier. Free for Grand Cru customers. In the "Food" tab, you'll find advice on what to consider for the perfect wine-food pairing and several dish suggestions from our Sommelier.