Château Pétrus is a prestigious red wine produced in the Pomerol appellation of Bordeaux, France. It is made primarily from Merlot grapes, with some Cabernet Franc before 2010, and has an alcohol strength typical of fine Bordeaux wines.
How it is made
Château Pétrus is made from grapes grown on 11.5 hectares of dark clay soil. The grapes are harvested manually over two days. The wine ferments for 20 months in new French oak barrels, which are replaced annually. Production averages 30,000 bottles per year, depending on the harvest.
History
The Pétrus vineyard appears in documents under this name since 1837. It received a gold medal at the 1878 World's Fair, allowing it to compete with Grand Cru Classé wines. The 1945 vintage marked the beginning of its international fame. After a harsh winter in 1956 destroyed many vines, the owner allowed existing roots to produce new shoots, resulting in vines now over 50 years old.
How it is served
Château Pétrus is typically served as a standalone wine to be savored, often with fine dining. No cocktails are listed on this site that use this wine.
Adapted from the Russian Wikipedia article Петрюс, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.