Description
Producer notes: "L’Esprit des Pavots is French for “the spirit of the poppies.” First produced in the 2001 vintage, the wine was sourced solely from our Les Pavots vineyard and affectionately referred to as the “little brother” of our flagship wine. With the 2016 vintage, select lots from our Oakville Estate (Au Paradis Vineyard) were introduced to the blend. The wine is typically more fruit-forward and early-drinking than ‘Les Pavots’ or ‘Au Paradis’ but remains a true expression of the Peter Michael Winery style: balanced, elegant, and age-worthy.
The vibrant 2020 L’Esprit des Pavots leaps from the glass with a bright fanfare of ripe cherry, cinnamon, cassis, and red currant with supporting notes of black licorice, dark chocolate, and toffee. This beautifully balanced wine features silky tannins and a juicy, plush mouthfeel, with black fruit, black pepper, and black tea elements on the palate and a soft finish. The 2020 L’Esprit des Pavots is approachable in its youth, but will continue to develop for several years."
Blend: 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Cabernet Franc, 29% Merlot.
Appellations: 72% Sonoma & 28% Napa Valley
Aged: Eighteen months in 100% French oak barrels from select artisan coopers.
Bottled unfined: May 10, 2022
Alcohol:16.1%
Release Date: September 1, 2023
