| Meaning |
{
"name": "Pétrus",
"type": "Wine",
"region": "Pomerol, Bordeaux, France",
"grapeVariety": "Predominantly Merlot",
"vintage": "Varies (e.g., 2015, 2018, 2021)",
"tastingNotes": {
"appearance": "Deep, dark ruby",
"aroma": "Blackberries, plum, truffle, earth, cedar, subtle spice",
"palate": "Lush, silky texture with ripe fruit, layered complexity, fine tannins, long persistent finish"
},
"production": {
"vineyardAreaHa": 11.5,
"annualProductionCases": 2500,
"winemaking": "Hand-harvested, whole-cluster fermentation, aging in French oak barrels (approximately 18 months)"
},
"priceRangeUSD": {
"typical": "2000 - 5000 per bottle",
"auctions": "Can exceed $10,000 for rare vintages"
},
"history": "Founded in the early 20th century, Pétrus gained fame in the 1970s under the guidance of Jean-Pierre Moueix and has since become one of the most celebrated and sought-after wines in the world."
} |
