Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Pavie Macquin |
Label Name: | St Emilion Grand Cru |
Vintage: | 2022 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Saint-Émilion (Bordeaux) |
Volume: | 750ml |
ABV: | 14.5% |
Grape(s): | Merlot 80%, Cabernet Franc 19%, Cabernet Sauvignon 1% |
Acidity: | 3 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Antonio Galloni (Vinous) 97; Jeb Dunnuck 98; Decanter 96; Jane Anson 98; Wine Cellar Insider 97-99; Guide Hachette: 'Irresistible' (2026)
Tasting Note
Concentrated dark cherry and blackcurrant with violet and tobacco aromas, chalky limestone minerality, white pepper and cocoa. Silky yet substantial tannins, vibrant acidity and a long saline finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, braised short ribs, beef tenderloin, mushroom risotto, aged Comté. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ short ribs, beef rendang, soy-braised beef.
Production Method
Whole-berry gravity vatting and parcel fermentation in concrete vats; aged 16–20 months in French oak barrels (≈50% new); minimal fining/filtration.
Vineyard Info
Founded by Albert Macquin; 14–15 ha on the Saint-Émilion limestone plateau. Managed by the Thienpont team; classified Premier Grand Cru Classé.