
Chateau Pedesclaux Pauillac 5e Grand Cru Classé 2020
How this wine tastes
Explore the flavour profile, food pairings and tips for serving and cellaring.
Flavour profile
We are proud to introduce Château Pédesclaux 2020 Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé, a wine that embodies the unique character of its terroir and showcases the art of winemaking.
Body
Sweetness
Acidity
Tannins
- Complexity
- Complex & deep
Aromas & flavours
Grape & vineyard
Winemaking & ageing
Bottle ageing
From vineyard to bottle
The origin, grapes and craftsmanship behind this wine.
We are proud to introduce Château Pédesclaux 2020 Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé, a wine that embodies the unique character of its terroir and showcases the art of winemaking.
The first thing that strikes you is the beautiful, deep red color, almost ruby at the edges. It's like a dip in the evening sun just dipping below the horizon. This color heralds the rich, complex sensations about to conquer your senses. The bouquet opens with an abundance of ripe dark fruit. Think blackberries, black cherries, and plums, all perfectly ripened at the height of their season. A hint of exotic spices joins in, with hints of clove, black pepper, and a subtle note of star anise. The fragrance is complemented by an underlayer of luxurious cedarwood and a touch of pure cocoa beans.
From the first sip, the bouquet's promise is fully fulfilled. The palate is balanced, elegant, and intense. The attack is powerful with a wonderful palette of flavors. Those ripe blackberries and dark cherries return, combined with a lovely spiciness that's perfectly balanced. But that's just the beginning.
As the wine develops on the palate, it unfolds a surprising complexity. A mineral vein enhances the deeper layers of flavor, echoing the gravelly terroir of Pauillac. Then, like a second chord in a symphony, the oak emerges, subtly toasted and perfectly intertwined with the fruit. It finishes with hints of espresso and dark chocolate, creating a long, harmonious, and memorable finish.
The Château Pédesclaux 2020 is a wine with tremendous aging potential. While it's already captivating, patience will only reveal more complexity and nuance, making this a truly wonderful experience for any wine lover. Ultimately, the Château Pédesclaux 2020 Pauillac 5th Grand Cru Classé is more than just a wine. It's a moment of pure indulgence, a celebration of both the past and the present, and a promise for the future.
Vintage 2020
Herkomst & details
The wine’s characteristics, origin and practical details.
The wine
Red · Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot · 2020
- Wine type
- Red
- Varietal(s)
- Cabernet Franc , Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot
- Vintage
- 2020
- Size
- 0.75 L
- Alcohol content
- 13.5%
- Closure
- Cork
Origin & winery
France · Bordeaux
- Producer
- Château Pédesclaux
- Winery websiteWebsite
- www.chateau-pedesclaux.com (opens in a new tab)
- Country
-
France
- Region
- Bordeaux
- Area
- Médoc
- Appellation
- Pauillac
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Terroir & maturation
Aged in oak barrels
- Soil
- gravelachtige terroir
- Maturation
- Aged in oak barrels
- Oak aged
- Yes
- Single grape variety
- -
- Sparkling
- No
- Malolactic conversion
- Yes
Serving & cellaring
Beef,
Lamb,
Hard cheeses,
Deer
- Ideal serving temperature
- 16° - 18°C
- Drinking Window
- 2025–2040
- Food Pairing
- Beef,
Lamb,
Hard cheeses,
Deer
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