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For 40 years, Pape-Clément has undoubtedly been one of the greatest classified growths on the left bank (alongside Léoville, Pichon, etc.). With the characteristic pine resin aromas of Graves, Pape-Clément combines the power of its terroir, comparable to that of the greatest Pauillacs. This natural power allows it to easily overcome “small” vintages (such as 2021) and to outperform much more expensive wines in the greatest vintages.
The 2016 vintage in the press:
J.M Quarin (February 2019): 98/100 “Dark, intense, beautiful purple color. Superb, very aromatic and intense nose, with pure, ripe, subtle fruit. Complex nuances, both fresh and warm. Full-bodied on entry, then very melting in the middle, the wine develops both power and airiness in the middle, particularly rich in aroma. The texture caresses the palate. Luscious, meticulous and very chic, it finishes complex, very fruity, deep, beautiful, great with great taste! Bravo.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2019): 96/100 “The 2016 Pape Clément is fabulous. Racy and sumptuous in the glass, the 2016 captures the style that now characterizes Bernard Magrez's wines from his estate in Pessac. Specifically, the 2016 is wonderfully deep in the glass, and yet retains terrific freshness as well. A rush odf dark cherry, plum smoke, scorched earth, grilled herb, leather and menthol builds as the 2016 shows off its compelling inviting personality. I would prefer to give the 2016 at least a few years in bottle to allow its full breadth of aromatic develop. Even so, there is so much to like. Pliant, supple and super-expressive, Pape Clément is gorgeous in 2016.”
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2042