The wines from Ormes de Pez are powerful, yet characterised by their harmonious structure. They are indulgent and pleasurable, and combine a smooth, fleshy texture with the distinctive elegance of a Saint-Estèphe.
Made using the traditional grape varieties, these wines are rich, full bodied, and generous. They are made of predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon and complemented by a significant amount of Merlot for a combination of longevity and smoothness. The resulting wines are rich and fruity with a rather imposing tannic backbone. They are seductive in their youth and develop their finesse after a few years of bottle age.
A powerful and distinctive Saint-Estèphe
Château Les Ormes de Pez is a harmonious, spicy, and distinctive wine that reveals the authenticity of its terroir in the Saint-Estèphe appellation. It will charm you with its opulence, elegance, and well-rounded structure. The palate offers robust tannins whilst retaining a smooth, fleshy side.
Notes and Reviews
Robert Parker (89)
A big, fruity, hedonistic style of wine, the 2009 Les Ormes de Pez has a dense ruby/purple color, notes of incense and barbecue smoke and oodles of black berry and cassis fruit. It is medium to full-bodied, with silky tannins and low acidity. This attractive, very hedonistic style of wine should drink well for at least a decade.
Product Details
| Vintage | 2009 |
|---|---|
| Grape Varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc |
| Viticulture | Conventional |
| Type | Red |
| Age of Vines | 30 years old |
| Vinification | Hand picked and sorted. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats followed by 3 weeks' maceration. |
| Elevage | 15 months in barrels (40% new) |
| Production | 18,000 cases |
| Soil Type | Garonne gravel |