Château Pedesclaux Paulliac 5. Cru Classé 2022 ØKO i trækasse

James Suckling

Fascinating aromas of blackberries and blackcurrants with some dried-herb undertones. Medium- to full-bodied, this has a solid core of fruit and a long and flavorful finish. Focused and tannin-driven with a lovely integration and intensity. A blend of 68% cabernet sauvignon, 22% merlot, 7% cabernet franc and 3% petit verdot. Give this three to four years to soften, but I am impressed with the energy here already. Try after 2028.

Alexandre Ma

The 2022 vintage marks a significant chapter for Château Pédesclaux as its first to receive organic certification. While the label has taken on a fresh new look, the wine’s pure and unaltered soul remains untouched. Before the glass is even swirled, a breath of wisteria blooms rises to greet you, followed by the lively fragrances of blueberries, cherries, and bayberries, fluttering like butterflies in a gentle dance. On the palate, a tender sweetness flows seamlessly into a savory, saline finish, revealing a beauty that is both pristine and intricately layered. Though more intense than the 2020 vintage, it retains an irresistibly fresh, silky texture. If this isn’t the “little fairy of Pauillac,” what else could it possibly be?

The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

Decanter

Floral and fragrant, really perfumed and scented, inviting, deep and cool. Sleek and silky, the fruit has gorgeous purity and cleanliness, with tannins that are filling and ripe but also have bite and grip. The wine has power but delivered so delicately with tannins that give a sculpted element to the profile with precision and definition. Feels extremely polished, on the tense and straight side, the Cabernet is not so expansive or plush but this feels like it has that Pauillac swagger with lots of life and energy. Very drinkable and impressive from director Vincent Bache-Gabrielsen. 16% press wine, usually 12-13%. New label as of 2022 celebrating organic certification. 3% completes the blend. Total acidity: 3.7. 65% new oak barrels. 3.86pH.

Falstaff

Deep dark ruby garnet, inky, opaque core, violet reflections, delicate lightening of the edges. Fine precious wood spice, fine cassis, floral nuances, some violets, delicate orange zest, attractive bouquet. Complex, juicy, ripe cherries, currants, fresh acidity, mineral-salty, shows very good length, anime style, lemony nuances in the aftertaste, a stimulating companion to food.

Terre de Vins

Jean-Marc Quarin

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

Jeb Dunnuck

Bright black cherries, violets, leafy tobacco, and some meaty, iron, and mineral notes all emerge from the 2022 Château Pédesclaux, a beautifully textured, layered Pauillac that has medium to full-bodied richness, ripe, polished tannins, and a great finish. I think it’s certainly as good as the 2018, 2019, and 2020 and is a classic Pauillac from this team that will benefit from 4-5 years and evolve nicely over the following two decades.