Wine:

The 2017 Red Saint-Estèphe Château Ormes de Pez offers a lovely beginning to evolution with nicely spicy and chocolatey aromas. The structure remains supple and charming, far from the usual stoutness of these river wines, with a touch of cocoa and very fine balance. This is a great Saint-Estèphe of fine definition, ready to be enjoyed or aged for another five years. Rated 93/100 by the Committee.

Vinification:

Hand harvested, vinified in stainless steel tanks, aged for 16 months in French oak barrels, 45% of which are new.

Color:

Red purple of beautiful intensity.

Nose:

A nicely spicy, chocolate nose.

Palate:

A charming palate with a touch of cocoa, very nice balance, perfect definition.

Temperature:

Serve between 16 and 18°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Rack of lamb with thyme, roasted quail with prunes and almonds, venison with Grand Veneur sauce.

Cellar aging:

5 years

Benefiting from all the care of the teams of Chateau Lynch-Bages, property of Jean-Michel Cazes, Chateau Ormes de Pez is managed as a grand cru classé. This first-rate Saint-Estephe, located in a secluded spot on the banks of the Gironde, offers unbeatable value for money, seducing wine lovers with its wonderfully fragrant and charming wines.