youthful Yquem appears set to take its place among the most legendary vintages of the past
blueberry and candied violet flavors and becomes sweeter with air
with all of the textural intensity that is the signature of Vincent Laval’s wines
Very ripe berry
Attractive vanilla undertones
2009 Chateau Pavie Italian youthful Yquem appears set to"Similar in style to the blockbuster 2005, the 2009 Pavie is another magical, legendary wine from the Perse family that tops out on my scale. Made from 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up in 80% new French oak, its saturated purple color is followed by a massive bouquet of blackcurrants, scorched earth, chocolate, graphite, and lead pencil, with an incredible sense of minerality. Deep, full bodied, and remarkably