Two Château Petit Village Vintages

Two Château Petit Village Vintages

Over the past few weeks, I explored two standout vintages: 1989 and 2009 Château Petit Village from Pomerol.

The 1989 vintage was a special bottle from Zachys Collection, a treat for celebrating Ariana birthday (Thanks, Emily!). For comparison, I picked up the 2009 from Acker Wine. Both highlight Merlot's finesse and the power of Pomerol terroir, yet showcase unique personalities. 

The choice depends on your preference: the 1989 for its refined maturity or the 2009 for its powerful vibrancy!

1989 Château Petit Village

• Profile:      Medium garnet color with aromas of earth, forest floor, dried figs, tobacco, and subtle spices.

• Structure: Silky tannins and an elegant, refined palate—perfectly aged for drinking right now.

• Honestly at this point, you don’t need to think about food pairing,  just enjoy the bottle! 

2009 Château Petit Village

• Profile:      Deep garnet color, vibrant black cherry, plum, sweet spices, cocoa powder, and evolving leather tones—15 years young and still fresh.

• Structure:  Full-bodied with smooth tannins and youthful opulence—great to enjoy now or hold for later.
       Perfect pairing: Duck spring rolls. The rich jus paired beautifully with the wine's texture and bold flavors! 

Which would you pick?