2011 Petrus
By Chateau Petrus
2011 Petrus from Château Petrus, Pomerol, Bordeaux
The wine world holds its breath when Château Petrus releases a new vintage. The significance of the 2011 Petrus from this illustrious estate cannot be understated. This particular year in Bordeaux was characterized by climatic challenges, yet the wines of Pomerol stood strong against them, revealing the fortitude of terroir and the mastery of the winemaking team at Château Petrus.
A Testament to Resilience and Expertise
The 2011 vintage in Bordeaux faced testing conditions, with a hot spring followed by an unpredictable summer. Yet the 2011 Petrus shines as a testament to the resilience of Merlot in such capricious weather. Reflective of investment-grade wines, this vintage's agility in expressing depth and complexity while maintaining elegance is nothing short of praiseworthy.
This mercurial year has given us a Petrus that is brimming with character. Notes of ripe cherry and blackberry dance on the palate, while undertones of truffle and moist earth pay homage to Pomerol's famed terroir. Tannins are present yet silky, suggesting a longevity that will delight investors and collectors alike. Bottle ageing has allowed this wine to start revealing its nuanced layers, though it undoubtedly has more secrets to unveil in the years to come.
Investment Potential Wrapped in Merlot Velvet
The rarity of a challenging vintage that still rises to excellence marks the 2011 Petrus as a fascinating prospect for investment. Wines from Château Petrus are perennial favorites among collectors for their incredible aging potential and capacity to evolve, and this vintage is no exception.
In conclusion, the 2011 Petrus represents a convergence of climatic adversity and vinicultural expertise. With its early signs of approachability coupled with longevity assurance, it provides both drinking pleasure now and considerable investment appeal for the future. Fine wine enthusiasts seeking both sensory gratification and value appreciation will find the 2011 Petrus to be a compelling addition to their portfolios.
Market price (GBP)
£26,280.00
12x75cl
Highest score
96
POP score
1642.5
Scores and tasting notes
The 2011 Petrus has a very refined, perhaps slightly introverted bouquet with extraordinary purity. It has quite amazing precision and lifted with black cherries, raspberry and a touch of vanilla. It is very intense, perhaps more like 2009 at this stage than 2010. The palate is medium-bodied with a powerful entry. There is a touch of spice on the entry and very intense fruit. The tannins are tensile, lending this Petrus edginess and minerality. This has -classic- Petrus written all over it. It is not quite up there with the 2009 or 2010, but it's not far off. Tasted April 2012.
Neal Martin - Wine Journal May 2012
This is tight and firm, with blueberry and blackberry character, and hints of sweet tobacco. Some wet earth, too. Black olives. Full body and very tight, with ultra-fine tannins and a fresh finish. Powerful and muscular. Try after 2023.
James Suckling - jamessuckling.com, January 28th 2014
A dense ruby/purple-tinged color and restrained but intriguing aromas of kirsch, raspberry jam, wood spice, and mulberries are found in this full-bodied Petrus. An undeniable success in 2011, it is rich, layered and pure with light to moderate tannin, but seems slightly less muscular and tannic compared to its stablemate, Trotanoy. Forget it for a few years and drink it over the following 25 years. Made from 100% Merlot, it tips the scales at 13.5% alcohol. In short, it is typically open-knit and already showing very well. This is quite opulent.
Robert Parker Jr - The Wine Advocate, 29 April 2014
A dense ruby/purple-tinged color and restrained but intriguing aromas of kirsch, raspberry jam, wood spice, and mulberries are found in this full-bodied Petrus. An undeniable success in 2011, it is rich, layered and pure with light to moderate tannin, but seems slightly less muscular and tannic compared to its stablemate, Trotanoy. Forget it for a few years and drink it over the following 25 years. Made from 100% Merlot, it tips the scales at 13.5% alcohol. In short, it is typically open-knit and already showing very well. This is quite opulent.
Robert Parker Jr - Wine Advocate #212 Apr 2014