2012 Pedesclaux
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The 2012 Château Pédesclaux is close to the 2011 qualitatively and is 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, brought up in 75% new French oak (most vintages see 65% new oak). Cassis, toasted spice, graphite, and some pretty flower notes all emerge from this rich, nicely textured, balanced red that has fine tannin and outstanding length. It’s charming and has plenty of upfront appeal yet should cruise in the cellar for 15-20 years.
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Robert Parker
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The 2012 Pedesclaux has more complexity on the nose compared to the 2011 with blackberry, briary, sous-bois and pencil-box aromas, more Pauillac than the last three vintages. The palate is well balanced with a pointed entry, a little angular in style and perhaps needing more flesh and substance to develop on the finish. I like the tension here, though it needs more personality and more nuance to develop in bottle. Tasted March 2016.
Tasted blind. Deep crimson, classic nose and a decidedly austere palate. Bone-dry finish. Not generous but correct. Needs time. (JR)
The 2012 Pédesclaux has been superb on both occasions I have tasted it recently. One of the real sleepers of the vintage, the 2012 is endowed with terrific depth and tons of personality. Dark cherry, raspberry, tobacco and wild flowers add multiple shades of dimension. This is a superb showing from Pedesclaux and proprietor Jacky Lorenzetti. The 2012 is 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. There can be little doubt Pedesclaux is a property to watch.