2015 Château Pedesclaux 5. cru Pauillac

Château Pedesclaux was built as late as 1810, and was thus a bit of an "upstart" when 45 years later a Cru Classé classification was made in 1855. Nevertheless, Pedesclaux achieved Cru Classé rank, in that the château in record time became highly renowned for its classic, storable Pauillac. Château Pedesclaux today belongs to the "old guard" in Pauillac. While many of the neighbouring châteaux make veritable fruit bombs with lots of power and very little finesse, Pedesclaux makes a classic, elegant Pauillac. When young, the wine is characterised by its delicate, floral bouquet and medium-bodied flavour. The wine has excellent ageing potential and will develop nuances of forest floor, dark berry fruit and English liquorice over time, and the power and richness of the flavours will increase remarkably.