{"product_id":"petrus-pomerol-2000","title":"Petrus Pomerol - Magnum 1,5L, 2000","description":"\u003cp\u003ePetrus 2000 is one of Pomerol’s most celebrated Merlot-driven wines, renowned for its extraordinary concentration, silk-like texture, and immense depth. From a vintage now highly regarded for its balance and longevity, this is a wine that represents the pinnacle of Bordeaux’s right bank and has long been considered a benchmark for collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Petrus 2000 typically shows a deep, mature ruby-garnet hue with impressive clarity and density. The bouquet is layered and refined, moving from dark plum, blackberry, and black cherry into truffle, cedar, graphite, violets, and subtle earthy notes, with the hallmark richness and restraint that define great Pomerol.\n\nOn the palate, it is intensely concentrated yet beautifully poised, with supple tannins, remarkable purity of fruit, and a long, seamless finish. The Merlot core gives it plushness and breadth, while the wine’s natural structure and balance allow for exceptional aging potential; 2000 is a vintage capable of drinking magnificently now, but still has the architecture to evolve gracefully over many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePetrus comes from the small, highly prized Pomerol plateau on Bordeaux’s Right Bank, where clay-rich soils are especially well suited to Merlot. The estate is famous for its meticulous vineyard work, very low yields, and hand harvesting, all aimed at producing fruit of extraordinary concentration and precision. Vinification is carried out with exacting care to preserve purity, texture, and aromatic complexity, followed by élevage designed to enhance the wine’s depth without overshadowing its elegant fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePetrus 2000 is best enjoyed with refined dishes that can complement its richness without overwhelming its nuance, such as filet of beef, veal, roast lamb, duck breast, truffle-based dishes, or aged hard cheeses. Serve it at around 16–18°C, and decant gently if drinking now—ideally 1 to 2 hours before serving—to help the wine open while preserving its delicate aromatic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau Pétrus is one of Bordeaux’s most iconic and sought-after estates, located in Pomerol and long admired for producing some of the world’s finest Merlot-based wines. Though the estate has no official classification status, its reputation stands at the very top of Bordeaux and beyond, built on exceptional vineyard terroir, uncompromising quality, and a history of acclaimed vintages that have made it a reference point for collectors and connoisseurs alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252093735249,"sku":"MS-4009","price":12778.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/4009.png?v=1783443116","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/petrus-pomerol-2000","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}