Compatibility

This wine goes perfectly with meat dishes and cheeses.

Color

The wine has a rich red color with a velvety tint..

Scent

Black currant, cherry, licorice, violet, truffle, coffee, cedar.

Taste

A wine with rich aromas of black fruit, truffles, leather and spice, with a velvety texture and a long finish.

Description

The 1946 vintage for Château Pétrus is considered one of the best and historically significant. 1946 was a particularly difficult year for France due to the effects of World War II, but Pétrus winemakers were able to produce wine of the highest quality. This year's wine is renowned for its deep complexity, rich aromas and stunning longevity.