Chateau Petrus Vertical Set, 11 Pack 750ml CA ONLY (PRE-SALE)

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Step into the rarefied world of Right Bank royalty with the Château Pétrus Vertical Collection (1971–1981)—an extraordinary 11-bottle set comprising one 750ml bottle from each vintage spanning this pivotal decade. This remarkable vertical offers a unique lens into a transformative era for one of Bordeaux’s most iconic and enigmatic estates, capturing the evolution of Pétrus through varied growing seasons, winemaking shifts, and its emergence onto the global stage of fine wine prestige.

Perched atop the famed blue clay soils of the Pomerol plateau, Château Pétrus has long stood apart—crafting Merlot-based wines of exceptional depth, sensuality, and longevity. Though unclassified, Pétrus commands reverence equal to Bordeaux's First Growths and has become synonymous with rarity, elegance, and uncompromising quality.
This vertical traces Pétrus's stylistic arc through the 1970s—a decade marked by climatic challenges, emerging precision, and quiet triumphs. From the powerful structure of 1975 to the refined grace of 1978, each bottle offers a glimpse into the estate's enduring identity and the vintage-specific character that defines truly great Bordeaux.

(1x) Château Petrus 1971 750ml 
A benchmark from the early 1970s, the 1971 Pétrus remains a deeply expressive wine that mesmerizes with its richness, complexity, and elegance. With its silky texture and a layered bouquet of dark fruit, spice, and earthy sweetness, it strikes a perfect harmony between opulence and finesse.

Critic Tasting Notes: “This wine has been seemingly fully mature since the mid- to late seventies. It is a seductive, opulent vintage for Petrus. The color now is a dark garnet with considerable amber at the rim. The incredible nose of Christmas fruitcake intermixed with mocha, jammy kirsch, and black currants is followed by a silky textured, full-bodied, very opulent wine that is still totally intact. The tannins have totally dissipated, and the wine is an unctuous, seductive Petrus that is certainly one of the vintages that is most delicious and compelling. A sensational wine and probably the wine of the vintage.” – Robert M. Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate (95 pts)

(1x) Château Petrus 1972 750ml 
A delicate and intriguing wine from a challenging year, the 1972 Pétrus showcases a more ethereal expression of Pomerol. Aromas of tomato leaf, black olive, and dried florals give way to a savory, lighter-bodied palate with tobacco-tinged fruit and a soft, refined finish. While it lacks the concentration of great years, it offers charm and aromatic complexity.

(1x) Château Petrus 1973 750ml 
A surprising success from a modest vintage, the 1973 Pétrus reflects the magic of the Pomerol plateau. Plump and polished with a generous, evolved profile, it displays mature notes with unexpected depth and length.

Critic Tasting Notes: “Tasted five times with consistent notes. I do often wonder what happened on that tiny Pomerol plateau in 1973. All the classic hallmarks of mature Petrus, but perhaps without the opulence of the richer years. The wine is still plump with appearance on both the nose and the palate of a wine born in an exceptional vintage in the 1980s. Wonderful length and incredibly satisfying.” – Gareth Birchley, Decanter (95 pts)

(1x) Château Petrus 1974 750ml 
Despite a difficult growing season, the 1974 Pétrus offers a savory, evolved character with notes of prune, forest floor, and cocoa. Soft and balanced on the palate, it remains a dignified, fully mature wine that continues to deliver quiet pleasure.

(1x) Château Petrus 1975 750ml 
A monumental wine from a structured vintage, the 1975 Pétrus is one of the estate’s most powerful and age-worthy expressions. Dense, brooding, and built for the ages, it reveals layers of black cherry, mocha, and iron beneath a muscular frame.

Critic’s Tasting Notes: “One of the most rustic and powerful Petrus of the last 25 years, this wine still has a murky garnet/plum/purple color, a gorgeous nose of overripe black cherries, mocha, caramel, chocolate, and a hint of iron and blood. Full-bodied, super-concentrated, with massive tannin and extract, this behemoth Petrus can be enjoyed but still seems another 5-10 years away from maturity. It is certainly a 50-70 year wine, with exquisite concentration and intensity, but seemingly the rough edges will no doubt be less appealing to those looking for pure seamlessness. Perhaps that will emerge with bottle age.” – Robert M. Parker, Jr., Wine Advocate (98+ pts)

(1x) Château Petrus 1976 750ml 
Refined and understated, the 1976 Pétrus offers a soft, elegant take on the estate. Aromas of dried flowers, tobacco, and forest floor lead into a smooth palate with savory depth and a graceful finish. A quiet pleasure for mature wine lovers.

(1x) Château Petrus 1977 750ml 
Light-bodied and contemplative, the 1977 Pétrus reveals an earthy, brothy character with subtle plum, herb, and olive notes. Though modest in structure, it delivers freshness and savory nuance—a rare snapshot of the estate in a minimalist year.

(1x) Château Petrus 1978 750ml 
Elegant and medium-bodied, the 1978 Pétrus offers dark berry fruit, cocoa, truffle, and refined earthiness. Velvety tannins and balanced acidity carry a persistent, graceful finish. A wine of nuance and charm, quietly admired among Pétrus connoisseurs.

(1x) Château Petrus 1979 750ml 
Structured and enduring, the 1979 Pétrus presents aromas of violet, black plum, and cedar. The palate is satin-textured and harmonious, showing a vibrant balance of richness and finesse.

(1x) Château Petrus 1980 750ml 
A strong showing from a generally overlooked vintage, the 1980 Pétrus offers dark cherry, chocolate, and roasted herb notes, with a velvety mouthfeel and lingering finish. Balanced and refined, it exceeds expectations.

(1x) Château Petrus 1981 750ml 
Initially underappreciated, the 1981 Pétrus has matured into a wine of subtle complexity. Earthy tones of plum, tobacco, and leather open into a supple palate with savory depth and fine texture. A quietly luxurious finale to this historic collection.

Together, these 11 vintages form a rare and revealing chronicle of Château Pétrus during the 1970s and early 1980s—a tasting journey through time that captures the estate’s evolution and the singular identity of each growing season. For collectors and connoisseurs alike, this vertical is both a living archive and a celebration of Pomerol’s most illustrious estate.