2002 Pavie Macquin
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20 years old this year, showing plump if softened black fruits, saffron and sweet tobacco notes (to the point that this is a masterclass in what sweet tobacco means, with its mix of smoky, woody and caramel notes). The tannins are gentle, melted into the overall structure, but there is still so much juice. The coolness of the vintage comes through in the fresh acidities, but they are lilting rather than abrupt, and this has so much to recommend. Drink now and sink into this wine. Part of the cool vintages series within this vertical. 80% new oak.
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The 2002 Pavie-Macquin is plump, easygoing and supple. I would prefer to drink it sooner rather than later, as the 2002 is starting to show signs of fraying. That said, it has held up well. Sweet red cherry, plum, spice and cedar notes wrap into the soft, open-knit finish. Stephane Derenoncourt describes 2002 as a year with little sunshine or heat during the summer. Not surprisingly, the wine is a bit light, with an element of dilution that will become more problematic over time.
Mid crimson. Sweet, jammy nose. Very polished tannins and a hint of greenness. No real density, though at least it's not fighting the vintage. (JR)
Oak and sweetness domimate the nose. Really rather nasty. No! Horrid. (JR)
About the producer
On the hill of Pavie, this property’s 15 hectares of vines neighbour those of Troplong Mondot and Pavie. Under Stéphane Derenoncourt and Nicolas Thienpont, the property was promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé B status in 2006.