Château Peyrabon 2009

The elegance and intensity of a Haut-Médoc red wine

The estate

Located in the Haut-Médoc appellation, at the gateway to Pauillac, Château Peyrabon is nestled in a lush green setting. Owned by Patrick Bernard since 1998, Château Peyrabon has undergone significant restructuring and modernization, both in the vineyard and in the cellar. Classified as a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Château Peyrabon is a very fine reference in Haut-Médoc. It offers wines that are representative of the appellation, elegant and powerful, with superb aging potential.

The vineyard

This Château Peyrabon 2009 is a Haut-Médoc wine from a 49-hectare vineyard. Averaging 21 years of age, the vines are planted on sandy gravel resting on a clay subsoil. Clay-limestone soils are found on 5 hectares of the vineyard. The vineyard holds ISO14001-2015 and HVE (High Environmental Value) certification, with phytosanitary protection carried out using sustainable pest management.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes are transferred by vibrating hopper, before destemming and sorting on tables. Plot-by-plot vinification takes place in temperature-controlled concrete and stainless steel vats. Following fermentation between 25 and 26°C, gentle extraction is carried out by pumping over and punching down. The maceration period varies between 19 and 24 days. This is followed by vertical pressing, with separation of the press wines into barrels, then selection based on tasting. Malolactic fermentation precedes traditional aging for 14 months in barrels (20% new wood).

Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon (71.5%)
Merlot (25%)
Petit Verdot (3.5%)

Characteristics and tasting tips for Château Peyrabon 2009

Tasting

Color
The color is a dark red, leaning towards purple.

Nose
The nose reveals notes of graphite and ink, combined with a fruity bouquet of blackcurrant, raspberry and prunes.

Palate
The attack seduces with its volume, leading to a generous and smooth palate. The finish is marked by firm tannins of great elegance.