2005 Ch. Pavie, St Emilion

"...this fabulous vineyard has once again produced 7,000 cases of true elixir in 2005, and it looks like this vintage will take its place in the pantheon of monumental Pavies...[It] enjoyed a Burgundian-like, eight day cold maceration, a six week cuvaison, and malolactic in oak...Its liquid mineral, scorched earth, blackberry, cassis liqueur, and roasted coffee characteristics are accompanied by phenomenal acidity, high tannin, and unbelievable levels of fruit and texture. ...The 2005 Pavie is one of his greatest achievements in terms of richness allied to phenomenal elegance and finesse...Anticipated maturity: 2017-2050 ."
98-100/100. (Robert Parker)