Château Pétrus 1996

Volume: 750ml / ABV: 13%

Château Pétrus 1996 comes from a vintage that favored structure and longevity, especially on the Right Bank of Bordeaux. In this year, Merlot benefited from a warm September, allowing for optimal ripeness. As always, Pétrus stands apart — even in more classic, firm vintages — by delivering incredible precision, depth, and refinement. The 1996 Pétrus is a wine with great backbone, layered complexity, and long-term aging potential. It is a classic expression for collectors who appreciate balance and minerality alongside power.

Tasting Note

Nose
Aromas of ripe black cherry, plum, and blueberry unfold first, followed by notes of graphite, leather, and forest floor. With time in the glass, it reveals hints of black tea, cedar, and dark chocolate, showing impressive aromatic layering.

Palate
Structured and focused, the palate features firm tannins and vivid acidity. Flavors of blackberry, cassis, and dried fig combine with earthy undertones, tobacco, and a whisper of spice. It’s a more reserved style of Pétrus — elegant, linear, and deeply intellectual.

Finish
Long, dry, and mineral-driven. Notes of dark berries, cocoa, and savory herbs persist on the finish, which is polished and full of potential for further evolution in bottle.