Description
Château Pétrus 2007 — Vintage Background & Vineyard Profile
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Estate & Location: Pétrus is situated in the Pomerol appellation on Bordeaux’s Right Bank. The vineyard is located on a plateau in the eastern part of Pomerol.
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Grape Variety: 95–100% Merlot. The estate largely relies on Merlot, often supplemented by a small proportion of Cabernet Franc in some vintages (though for 2007 it is generally described as essentially pure Merlot).
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Soil & Terroir: Rich clay soils with good moisture retention; vineyards are planted densely. The terroir provides the structure and clay-driven character typical of Pétrus.
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Viticulture & Harvest: The harvest for 2007 was somewhat challenging across Bordeaux due to variable weather; Pétrus, however, managed to produce a wine with good ripeness though with somewhat less generosity compared to outstanding years like 2005 or 2009. It was relatively early drinking for Pétrus compared to power vintages.
Tasting Profile
Here’s what you can expect when you taste Château Pétrus 2007:
| Aspect | Description |
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| Appearance | Deep garnet / ruby with a slightly purplish tint on the rim (still showing youth). As it opens up, it reveals more depth. |
| Aroma (Nose) | Aromas of black and red berries (black cherry, mulberry), with truffle, spice (clove, black pepper), and touches of cedar and earth. There is also a subtle floral hint—violet / rose in some tastings. |
| Palate (Flavor & Texture) | Rich and concentrated fruit up front — black cherry/plum with juicy red fruit tones. The tannins are grainy / somewhat firm but velvety, offering structure without harshness. Some leather and earthy undertones emerge with aeration. Balanced acidity, though not high-voltage. Dry finish. |
| Body & Alcohol | Medium-to-full bodied. Alcohol is moderate by modern premium wine standards; enough to carry the fruit but not to overpower. |
| Finish | Relatively long for the vintage: lingering dark fruit, spice, truffle/earth tones. The finish is elegant, less about outright power, more about finesse compared to “super-power” Pétrus vintages. |
Summary
Château Pétrus 2007 is a superb representation of how Pétrus can shine even in less than perfect vintage conditions. It delivers elegance, depth, and complexity with black/red fruit, earthy/truffle notes, strong structure, and a finish that reveals more as the wine opens. Definitely worth seeking out for those who appreciate finesse, terroir, and cellar-worthy Bordeaux without pushing into the “superpower” territory of more opulent vintages. If you have a well-stored bottle, it will reward patience and careful drinking.
Davo –
Picked up the Château 2007 from CigarUpman — rich cassis, fine tobacco, and velvet tannins made this unforgettable.
Carlos –
Thanks to CigarUpman, I got to experience this First Growth beauty — black fruit, graphite, and silk-smooth complexity.
Amanda –
CigarUpman’s selection of chateau-petrus 2007 is top-tier — powerful Pauillac depth with elegance, spice, and lasting finesse.