2007 Pavie-Decesse - Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé - 12 Flaschen (0,75 l)

Gerard Perse’s tiny vineyard was cropped at 26 hectoliters per hectare, and the final blend was 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc (14.5% alcohol). It boasts great intensity, a dense purple color, and beautiful aromas of sweet mulberries, black cherries, cedar, crushed rocks, and white chocolate as well as a chalky character (which gives the wine superb minerality). The wine is expansively flavored, and the tannins are remarkably sweet and well-integrated. An atypical blockbuster for the 2007 vintage, it should drink beautifully for 15-20 years. Drink 2010-2030
Robert Parker 93 punten

I often enjoy the nose on Pavie-Decesse more than other wines under Gerard Perse and this is not different. Notes of blackberries, macerated black cherries, a touch of plum and a little violets. The palate is full-bodied but with acidity cutting through those layers of ripe black fruits. Very pure, clams up towards the finish but this has great balance and precision. Tasted April 2008.

Nael Martin 92-94 punten