[Chateau Ormes de Pez 2017]
James Suckling Rating: 92/100
Chateau Ormes de Pez was owned by the Alibert family in the 19th century, and they also owned a fifth-growth estate located in Haut Medoc—Chateau Belgrave.Chateau Ormes de Pez was classified as a Cru Bourgeois in the Medoc in 1932, and in 2003 it was further selected as a Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel, placing it among the top 9 Cru Bourgeois estates. However, it later withdrew due to changes in the Cru Bourgeois classification system.
In 2017, Ormes de Pez presented a medium to deep garnet red color, with aromas centered around black cherry and blackcurrant, exuding scents of earth, stewed tea, and tobacco, along with the essence of forest floor.The body is medium, with a palate full of juicy black fruit flavors, a grainy texture, a long finish, and a mineral taste.
Grape varieties: 51% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business.