Petrus Pomerol 1990 75 cl

Petrus Pomerol 1990

The 1990 Petrus, incredibly rich and well endowed, was magical from the first time I tasted it in cask. The colour is a dense, jammy plum/purple. The wine has a stunning nose of black fruits interwoven with aromas of toasted new oak, caramel and flowers. Massively rich and full-bodied, with slightly lower acidity and softer tannins than its predecessor, the 1989, the 1990 is an extraordinarily rich, seamless wine with layers of flavour and a finish that lasts nearly 45 seconds. Although remarkably approachable because of its voluptuous texture, this wine has not begun to develop secondary nuances. It should reach its peak in 10-15 years and last for three decades.

Robert Parker (100)