Peter Michael L’Esprit de Pavots 2021

Peter Michael L’Esprit de Pavots 2021

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  • Robert Parker rating 95
  • Vinous rating 94
Peter Michael L’Esprit de Pavots 2021
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75 cl

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Peter Michael in 1982 with a singular vision. "to make wine in the terroir-driven tradition of Burgundy and Bordeaux, under the California sun and in California soil". Consistency and quality are the watchwords here.

The wines are clearly inspired by the poise and precision of their Old World counterparts but can’t help expressing an edge of Californian richness.

A blend of 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot, 58% of the fruit is from Napa Valley and 42% from Sonoma County. Aged in French Oak for 18 months, this vintage showcases a structure characterised by firm tannins and a balanced acidity. Flavours of dark fruit, herbal notes, and subtle spice emerge across the palate.

95 Robert Parker
The 2021 L`Esprit des Pavots comes from two of Peter Michael`s three estate vineyards and favors Oakville fruit (58%) over Knights Valley fruit (42%) this vintage. A blend of 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 22% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, it`s a touch more open than its single-site counterparts, the Au Paradis and Les Pavots, although its aromas are just as pure. It has generous, layered scents of red and black currants and kirsch with accents of cocoa powder, cigars, aniseed, damp earth and desert sage. It strikes an effortless balance of concentrated flavors, sparks of fresh acidity and pixelated tannins, and it has a long, nuanced finish. Despite its upfront appeal, it will age gracefully over the next 10–15 years. 1,121 cases were made, and the L`Esprit des Pavots will be released in July of 2024.
94 Vinous
The 2021 L'Esprit des Pavots is exquisite. Understated and classy, the 2021 offers unreal finesse, especially for a second wine. Mid-weight structure, silky tannins and lifted aromatics make the 2021 an absolute charmer. All the elements are so well balanced. This is a rare L'Esprit that slightly favors Oakville over Knights Valley in the blend. It's a gorgeous second wine, if that term is even applicable here.

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Peter Michael Winery was founded by British businessman Sir Peter Michael in the early 1980s with a singular vision - to make wine in the terroir-driven tradition of Burgundy and Bordeaux, under the California sun and in California soil. The winery currently produce around fifteen wines using four varietals - Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc.

Consistency and quality are the watchwords here - the wines are clearly inspired by the poise and precision of their Old World counterparts but can't help expressing an edge of Californian excess - ripe fruit abounds on the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir while the Cabernet Sauvignons have a density and concentration that many Bordelais would envy.

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