2002
2002
2002
At the time of blending, there were concerns that Pavillon Rouge 2002 might suffer from the lower quality of the merlot compared with the cabernet sauvignon. It was not the case, as the third wine enabled us not to use the lower quality lots of merlot.
It is a classic, quite powerful wine which was a little austere in its youth, but is delicious to drink now even if it can, of course, be kept for a few more years. (October 2025)
Climate
The quite adverse weather conditions during the period of flowering resulted in severe millerandage in the old Merlot plots.
The summer was cool and relatively humid, especially during August. Fortunately however, as from September, hot, dry and sunny weather set in until the end of the harvest. (Picking began on September 30th)
At the time of blending, there were concerns that Pavillon Rouge 2002 might suffer from the lower quality of the merlot compared with the cabernet sauvignon. It was not the case, as the third wine enabled us not to use the lower quality lots of merlot.
It is a classic, quite powerful wine which was a little austere in its youth, but is delicious to drink now even if it can, of course, be kept for a few more years. (October 2025)
Climate
The quite adverse weather conditions during the period of flowering resulted in severe millerandage in the old Merlot plots.
The summer was cool and relatively humid, especially during August. Fortunately however, as from September, hot, dry and sunny weather set in until the end of the harvest. (Picking began on September 30th)
Service & tasting
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Service & tasting
Discover our tips for serving and tasting your wine in the best conditions.