Petrus 1978 750mL Top Shoulder Bin Soiled and wrinkled Label

Petrus is a Pomerol estate wine known for Merlot-led expression from an 11.5 hectare vineyard planted to Merlot. This 1978 draft combines Petrus context with the product name condition notes and bottle format.

Tasting Profile

• Nose: Moderate mature bouquet with floral notes, sous-bois, leather, mulch, autumnal leaf and wild mint references from Fine+Rare/critic summaries.
• Palate: Medium-bodied and balanced, with mature red fruit, bell pepper hints and old-school Petrus character.
• Finish: Mature and modest, with structure now at or past peak drinking.

Best For

Collectors of mature Pomerol; serve carefully with minimal decanting for sediment and pair with beef, lamb, duck, game, mushrooms or roasted dishes.

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