{"product_id":"2019-chateau-pavie-decesse-saint-emilion-grand-cru-magnum","title":"2019 Château Pavie Decesse Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Magnum","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Château Pavie Decesse Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé in magnum format is a dark, seductive Bordeaux that combines power, perfume and precision. From just 3.5 hectares of old vines on Saint-Émilion’s famed limestone plateau, this wine delivers a remarkably layered, elegant expression of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Bottled in a 1.5L magnum and presented in original wooden case (OWC\/1), it is ideal for collectors and for long, graceful aging.\n\nWhat sets this wine apart is its rare scale and pedigree: a tiny, historic estate that once formed part of the illustrious Château Pavie, now crafting its own, highly distinctive interpretation of the plateau’s limestone terroir. Since its separation in the 1880s, Château Pavie Decesse has built a reputation for intensely aromatic, deeply colored wines with remarkable structure and aging potential, firmly establishing itself among the most respected names in Saint-Émilion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 2019 Château Pavie Decesse Magnum shows a deep, opaque ruby to purple hue, with a dark, almost inky core and a vibrant, youthful rim. Its appearance signals both concentration and freshness, with a rich texture that clings to the sides of the glass.\n\nThe nose is intensely perfumed and complex, unfolding in layers of ripe black cherries and blueberries, supported by notes of cedarwood, toasted oak, clove, and a subtle walnut nuance. Hints of sweet spice, graphite, and a touch of floral lift add further dimension, reflecting both the limestone soils and the high proportion of Merlot.\n\nOn the palate, this is full-bodied and structured, with a beautiful spine of fine-grained tannins that feel firm yet polished. The attack is rich and mouth-filling, featuring dark berry fruit, black cherry compote, and plum, intertwined with spicy, toasty oak, cedar, and a savoury mineral edge. The wine is layered and elegant rather than heavy, with an intense, powerful core that remains poised and balanced. The finish is long, spicy and persistent, leaving impressions of dark fruit, cedar, and clove.\n\nThanks to the magnum format and the robust structure of the 2019 vintage, this wine offers substantial aging potential. It can be approached in its youth for its energy and perfume, but will reward patience over 15–25 years or more, gradually developing greater complexity, truffle and tobacco nuances, and even silkier tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Pavie Decesse is rooted in one of Saint-Émilion’s most prized terroirs: the limestone plateau. Here, vines dig deep into the chalky subsoil, giving wines with concentration, freshness, and a distinctive mineral backbone. The 3.5-hectare vineyard is planted predominantly to Merlot (around 90%) with a complementary 10% of Cabernet Franc, and the average vine age is approximately 45 years, ensuring naturally low yields and great intensity of flavor.\n\nHarvesting is carried out entirely by hand, with rigorous selection of bunches to ensure only perfectly ripe, healthy fruit makes its way to the cellar. After careful sorting, vinification takes place in a combination of temperature-controlled wooden vats and stainless-steel tanks to preserve purity of fruit while allowing fine-tuned control over extraction. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in 100% new French oak barrels for 18 to 24 months. This intensive élevage, combined with the natural concentration from old vines and limestone soils, results in a wine of depth, structure, and refinement, designed to evolve beautifully in bottle—especially in the slower-maturing magnum format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2019 Château Pavie Decesse Magnum is a superb partner for richly flavored, refined cuisine. Classic pairings include roast lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye, filet mignon with truffle sauce, duck breast, or slow-braised short ribs. It also matches beautifully with game birds, mushroom-based dishes, and mature hard cheeses such as Comté or aged Gouda, where the wine’s dark fruit and spice can play against savory, umami-rich flavors.\n\nFor optimal enjoyment, serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F). In its youth, decanting is strongly recommended—allow 1.5 to 3 hours in a large decanter to open up the aromatic profile and soften the tannins. As the wine matures, a more gentle 45–60 minute decant will help it express its tertiary notes while preserving delicacy and nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Pavie Decesse is a historic estate situated on the limestone plateau above the village of Saint-Émilion in Bordeaux, France. Originally part of the famed Château Pavie, the property was separated and established as a distinct domaine in the 1880s. Since then, it has built a strong reputation for crafting concentrated, finely structured wines that capture the essence of this exceptional terroir.\n\nClassified as a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, Château Pavie Decesse stands among the region’s elite properties, despite its modest size. Its old vines, meticulous vineyard work, and commitment to precise, small-lot vinification have earned it a loyal following among connoisseurs and collectors. The estate’s wines consistently showcase the power of Merlot on limestone, backed by the aromatic finesse of Cabernet Franc, making Château Pavie Decesse a benchmark name for those seeking age-worthy, characterful right-bank Bordeaux.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Pavie Decesse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251851284817,"sku":"GCW-MMUI-19101112","price":342.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2019_Chteau_Pavie_Decesse_Saintmilion_Grand_Cru_Magnum.png?v=1783441842","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/2019-chateau-pavie-decesse-saint-emilion-grand-cru-magnum","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}