Château Pavie Macquin Saint-Emilion 2017 - 1er Grand Cru Classé B

Bettane & Desseauve

About wine:

Lovely aromas of black cherry and pepper, enveloping and voluptuous on the palate with beautiful texture and intense tannins, all ending with a lovely, savory finish.

About the estate:

Pavie-Macquin, located right next to Troplong-Mondot, has just been awarded Premier Grand Cru Classé status. Stéphane Derenoncourt and Nicolas Thienpont know how to bring out the best in the terroir while giving it a modern twist, adapted to the tastes of today's consumers. Very full-bodied and fleshy, Pavie-Macquin wine gains in finesse and harmony with each new vintage, with the inimitable truffle flavor and mineral tension characteristic of the Pavie hillside.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

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Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2017 Pavie Macquin bursts from the glass with exuberant aromas of warm black cherries, blackberry pie, and wild blueberry coulis, along with notes of menthol, licorice, candied violet, and charcuterie. Medium-bodied, the palate is an exercise in precision and balance, with a beautiful structure of wonderfully ripe, very fine tannins and bold freshness, leading to a very long, multi-layered finish. Simply stunning!

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the estate:

A new, understated reception room, made entirely of glass, allows visitors to enjoy a tasting with a breathtaking view of the village of Saint-Emilion. Pavie-Macquin retained its status as a premier grand cru classé in the latest Saint-Emilion classification in 2012. This is a fitting reward for the remarkable work carried out at the château by its manager, Nicolas Thienpont, and his advisor Stéphane Derenoncourt. Since the late 1990s, this duo has transformed the estate, drawing heavily on biodynamic principles (though not certified). Their hard work has been rewarded with a series of fantastic wines, combining magnificent fruit intensity with great depth on the palate. These wines stand out from their neighbors Pavie and Pavie Decesse with a style that is both more restrained and more supple, with deep but always very lively fruit. A sure bet well known to enthusiasts, Pavie-Macquin has not put a foot wrong in recent years.

Wine Enthusiast

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This wine is characterized by its power and dense tannins. Its weight and concentration are key to its potential. At the same time, its juicy fruit and richness promise great things for the future. Enjoy this great wine from 2024 onwards.

Vinous

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A sexy and racy wine, the 2017 Pavie Macquin is full of personality. Hints of sweet red cherry, plum, rose petal, mint, and blood orange infuse this sumptuous, racy Saint-Émilion. A wine of striking purity and total class, Pavie Macquin dazzles. As always, Pavie Macquin is marked by breathtaking fruit purity, red berries, soft contours, and silky, voluptuous tannins.

James Suckling

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A full-bodied wine with supple, rounded tannins that are caressing and engaging. Fascinating aromas and flavors of blackberries, iodine, and violets. Extremely long and beautiful. Wait until 2024.

Le Figaro vins

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A full-bodied, delicious, juicy, fruity, elegant, smooth wine with round, mellow tannins.

Yves Beck

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Garnet red with purple highlights. Complex, multifaceted bouquet that reveals itself slowly. Initially, the aging notes dominate, followed by spicy and fruity notes. Inviting, delicious attack. On the palate, the wine is dense and compact, supported by ample, precise tannins. They provide the substance needed to match the acidity of the structure. A wine that combines charm and character. 2023-2042