1996 Peter Michael Les Pavots Proprietary Blend - 96 pts!
The 1996 Les Pavots (a blend of 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 6% Cabernet Franc) tips the scales at 14.2% alcohol. The saturated black/purple color is accompanied by a knock-out nose of violets, blackberries, licorice, and pain grille. Full body and high extract levels are buttressed by sweet tannin as well as adequate acidity. About 2,800 cases were produced of this provocative, rich, distinctive proprietary red wine, which was aged in 50-60% new Taransaud barrels, and bottle unfined and unfiltered. This is a must purchase! RP
