Petrus 1995

Château Pétrus 1995 is a remarkable wine that exemplifies the magnificence of Pomerol. With its deep, garnet color, it immediately captures the eye. On the nose, enticing aromas of black cherries, plums, and dark chocolate intertwine with hints of tobacco and truffle, creating an alluring and complex bouquet. The palate is a true symphony of flavors, with luscious layers of ripe black fruits, such as blackberries and blackcurrants, accompanied by nuances of cedar, leather, and spices. The wine's velvety texture and refined tannins contribute to a luxurious mouthfeel, while its exceptional balance and depth showcase its impeccable craftsmanship. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lasting impression of dark fruit, elegant oak, and a touch of earthiness. Château Pétrus 1995 is a true masterpiece that embodies the essence of Pomerol, delivering an unforgettable tasting experience.

Robert Parker - 96 Points

"It is interesting how this wine continues to evolve. Unquestionably one of the vintage's superstars, the 1995 Petrus is taking on a personality similar to the extraordinarily backward, muscular 1975. This is not a Petrus that can be approached in its youth (i.e., the perfect duo of 1989 and 1990). The wine exhibits an opaque ruby/purple color, followed by a knock-out nose of pain grille, jammy black fruits, and roasted coffee. On the palate, it possesses teeth-staining extract levels, massive body, and rich, sweet black fruits buttressed by powerful, noticeable tannin. A formidably endowed wine with layers of extract, this is a huge, tannic, monstrous-sized Petrus that will require a minimum of 10 years of cellaring. Forget all the nonsense about Merlot producing sweet, soft, ready to drink wines, because low yielding, old Merlot vines made in the way of Petrus and other top Pomerols frequently possess as much aging potential as any great Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine in the world. Look for the 1995 Petrus to last for 50+ years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2050. Petrus, the undisputed King of Pomerol, was an inconsistent performer between 1976 and 1988, but since 1989 there have been few Bordeaux wines that match this property for its extraordinary combination of power, richness, complexity, and elegance. The 1995 and 1996 are both noteworthy efforts."

Antonio Galloni - 97 Points

"The 1995 Petrus is one of the finest vintages of the decade, a silver medal behind the brilliant 1998. This bottle might well constitute the best that I have encountered. It has a beautiful, focused nose with hints of game and humidor infusing the black fruit. With aeration more red fruit becomes evident, allied with a touch of roasted chestnut. The palate is supremely well balanced, slightly gamey and with impressive grip. There is a bit of chutzpah about this Petrus, the way in which it fans out towards the finish. You could broach bottles now, although this example suggests that it is going to be very interesting to follow over the next 20 years. Tasted at the Petrus dinner at Hide restaurant in London."