2012 Vintage theme

Online-Only Auction, 7 - 14 March 2022

2012 Vintage theme

Sold for

ZAR 15 243
Lot 74
  • Pape Clément; Pessac-Léognan; 2012; 6 (1 x 6); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 13 000 - 16 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 15 243

About this Item

Pessac-Léognan, 2012
6 (1 x 6) 750ml

Château Pape Clément from the Pessac-Léognan appellation is ranked among the Crus Classés for red wine in the Classification of Graves wine of 1959. It is the oldest wine estate in Bordeaux, harvesting its 700th vintage in 2006.

Critics Ratings

‘The iconic 2012 Pape Clement is a candidate for near-perfection as well as one of the wines of the vintage. From proprietor Bernard Magrez, this is a blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc. This extraordinary vineyard (a few miles to the west of Haut Brion and La Mission Haut Brion) has hit all the highlights of this vintage. Interestingly, the quality of the Pomerols and Graves wines in 2012 is closer to what one would consider a great vintage than the general image of 2012. This is truly great wine and not far off their magnificent 2005 and 2010. Full-bodied, with rich cassis, subtle burning embers and spice followed by velvety, well-integrated tannins, the wine is lush, expansive, savory and profound. This is a remarkable wine that could be drunk at a reasonably young age, but should cellar brilliantly for a quarter-century.’ - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, 97/100 (Apr 2015)

‘Densely packed, with lots of dark steeped currant, fig and blackberry fruit, slowly melding with muscular licorice snap, bramble, singed bay and ganache notes. The long, dark, ganache-coated finish isn't shy, but an enticing rusticity keeps this honest. A large-scaled wine that has really powered up since the barrel tasting. Best from 2018 through 2027.’ - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 94/100 (Mar 2015)

Provenance

Restaurant Mosaic

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