Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots Size:12x750ml The drinking window may be

The drinking window may be conservative—closure and winemaking could put this at 40 years with ease

Many are quick to dismiss it given the difficulties of the growing season that saw abundant rain

tar and woodsy flavors

Here the expressive and more elegant nose is compositionally similar to that of the Vergers but with even more citrus character

It finishes with a twist of bitter cherry on the finish that completes what is a deeply impressive Calon-Ségur

Peter Michael, L'Esprit des Pavots Size:12x750ml The drinking window may beA gorgeous second wine, the 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon L'Esprit des Pavots is succulent, racy and inviting. Dark cherry, plum, mocha, spice and new leather flesh out in this super expressive, pliant red wine from Peter Michael. Floral overtones add lift through to the finish. I would prefer to drink the 2015 over the near and medium term, as it is already quite expressive and delicious. The blend is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc,