2nd Pez 1,5l Magnum - Château de Pez

In the glass, the 2nd Pez 1.5l Magnum - Château de Pez displays a dense, deep ruby-red colour with slightly violet reflections at the rim. The nose reveals a multifaceted bouquet of ripe blackberries and blackcurrants, accompanied by delicate notes of cedarwood, graphite and a hint of tobacco. Subtle nuances of violet, dark cherry and fine spice create additional depth.

On the palate, this Bordeaux red wine blend presents a powerful structure and clear definition. The dark fruit appears rich and concentrated, yet precise and elegant. Lively, well-integrated acidity carries the aromas and creates tension through to the long, spicy finish. The tannins are ripe, finely grained and dense, giving the wine backbone and impressive length.

The style of the wine is defined by a harmonious balance of power, finesse and freshness. Black berries, cassis and blackberry take centre stage, while cedarwood and subtle roasted notes add noble accents. Notes of liquorice, cocoa and a delicate touch of vanilla also emerge on the palate. The mouthfeel is silky, concentrated yet elegant, with a structured, lingering finish.

The blend brings together classic grape varieties from Bordeaux’s Left Bank: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This composition of different grapes gives the wine complexity, layers and great depth. Its origin in Saint-Estèphe within the Bordeaux wine region is expressed in the typical combination of dark fruit, pronounced tannins and mineral freshness.

• Colour: deep ruby-red with violet reflections
• Aroma: blackberry, blackcurrant, cedarwood, graphite, tobacco
• Palate: powerful, structured, silky, with ripe tannins
• Style: classic Bordeaux, elegant and concentrated
• Grape varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot

1. Intense aromas of dark berry fruit
2. Ripe, fine-grained tannin structure
3. Long, spicy finish with cedarwood notes
4. Typical Saint-Estèphe character
5. Magnum format with impressive ageing potential

Production of the 2nd Pez 1.5l Magnum – Château de Pez

The historic Château de Pez winery is located in Saint-Estèphe in the northern Médoc, at the heart of the famous Bordeaux wine region. The vines grow on a combination of limestone and gravel, characteristic of this appellation. These soils store heat during the day and slowly release it to the vines at night, while the limestone provides freshness, structure and pronounced minerality.

The temperate climate, influenced by the Atlantic, shapes the character of the wine. Mild winters and warm, often long summers with cool sea breezes allow the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly. Cabernet Sauvignon benefits from this combination, as do Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, resulting in deep, clear fruit.

The grapes are harvested parcel by parcel, depending on the ripeness of the individual plots. Careful selection in the vineyard and cellar ensures that only fully ripe, aromatically dense grapes are used. The harvested grapes are then transferred gently to the cellar, where temperature-controlled fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks or traditional fermentation vessels. This precise vinification preserves the freshness of the fruit and the elegance of the tannins.

After alcoholic fermentation, the wine matures in oak barrels, with some of it aged in new barriques and the remainder in barrels that have been used several times. The wood supports the wine with additional structure, fine roasted aromas and elegant notes of vanilla and cedarwood without overpowering the fruit. The time spent in barrel gives the wine its impressive balance of depth, complexity and drinking pleasure.

The winemaker’s style focuses on precision, clarity and finesse. The blend is recreated each year, adapted to the vintage and grape quality, with the aim of emphasising the typicity of Saint-Estèphe while also highlighting a noble, approachable structure. Bottling in the 2nd Pez 1.5l Magnum - Château de Pez underlines its ageing potential and provides an ideal basis for slow, even development in the bottle.

Serving recommendations for the 2nd Pez 1.5l Magnum - Château de Pez

At the table, this Bordeaux red wine pairs especially well with rich, aromatic dishes featuring red meat and hearty side dishes. Grilled beef steak, braised leg of lamb or a classic roast beef reveal particular brilliance alongside the ripe tannins and dark fruit. Game dishes such as saddle of venison or venison ragout also harmonise excellently, especially with herbs such as thyme, rosemary and bay leaf.

With mature hard cheese, the 2nd Pez shows an impressive presence, for example alongside Comté, Gruyère or an aromatic mountain cheese. Truffle dishes, mushroom ragouts and roasted vegetables with Mediterranean herbs are also excellent matches for this wine. Dark chocolate with a high cocoa content makes an interesting, aromatically dense conclusion to the meal.

In magnum format, this wine is ideal for festive occasions. Large family celebrations, holiday menus, stylish dinners with friends or prestigious business dinners are given a special, luxurious setting by this bottle. The imposing format attracts attention at the table, while the contents impress with depth, elegance and structure.

For optimum enjoyment, a serving temperature of around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius is recommended. Carefully decanting the wine before serving helps the complex aromas unfold and gently rounds out the tannins. In a large Bordeaux glass, the wine develops throughout the evening, revealing ever-new nuances.

The magnum format offers attractive ageing potential. The larger bottle size allows for slower development, enabling the wine to display an intriguing ageing curve over the years. Storing it in an environment with a constant, cool temperature, a dark room and elevated humidity helps preserve the quality of the cork and thus the wine’s stability. This creates an impressive drinking experience that continues to provide pleasure even after several years.

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