The 2003 vintage of Chateau Pavie was the subject of trans-Atlantic controversy about the "Parkerisation" of Bordeaux wines, as I had previously noted. Although I had the other Pavie estates, Pavie-Macquin and I believe Pavie-Decesse as well, I had never tried Ch Pavie itself. I finally got to taste one vintage (though not of the controversial 2003) at the Wine and Dine Festival this year.
The 1996 Pavie was a nice ruby red, with a fruity leathery nose. Slightly sweet on entry, the palate showed nice savoury notes, well supported by a nice tannic backbone (which is a bit surprising given its age). I suppose that tannic backbone would suggest that further aging is still possible.
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