Chateau Petrus Pomerol 2012 75cl

Château Petrus 2012 is a rich, elegant, and complex Pomerol red wine, made from 100% Merlot, with exceptional aging potential of up to 50 years.
General Characteristics
Appellation: Pomerol AOC, Bordeaux, France 

Château / Estate: Château Petrus 

Vintage: 2012
Wine type: Red, aged wine
Volume: 75cl
Alcohol: 13.5% 

Grape variety: 100% Merlot, sometimes mentioned with a tiny touch of Cabernet Franc in certain tasting analyses 

Recommended current phase: Maturity (2017-2027), expected peak between 2028 and 2043 

Terroir and Viticulture
Area: 11.5 hectares located on the Pomerol plateau, with smectite-rich clay-limestone soil, ideal for Merlot 

Yield: Very low, around 30 hl/ha in 2012, hand-harvested and carefully selected 

Vinification: Temperature-controlled concrete vats, short fermentations to preserve the finesse of the tannins 

Aging: 50% new French oak barrels for 18 to 28 months 

Sensory Profile
Color: Intense red, ruby or deep garnet hue 

Nose: Black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant, plum), truffle, licorice, cocoa, spices, floral and mineral notes such as graphite or crushed rock 

Palate: Structured, velvety, harmonious, refined and silky tannins, exceptional length with freshness and purity of fruit 

Serving temperature: 16-18°C, ideally after 1-2 hours of decanting 

Food & Wine Pairings
Beef fillet in a crust, duck breast with red fruits, roast lamb, truffle-infused pheasant or hare stew. A platter of aged regional cheeses is also recommended 

Aging Potential
Exceptional aged wine, capable of maturing for 30 to 50 years depending on storage conditions. Great vintages reach their peak between 20 and 45 years after the harvest 

Indicative prices (March 2026)
Estimates for a 75cl bottle: between €3,948 and €4,452 

Château Petrus 2012 embodies the excellence of Pomerol with unique aromatic complexity, concentration, and finesse, making this bottle a prestigious wine for tasting or collecting.