2016 Château Pape Clément - Pessac-Léognan

Château Pape Clément 2016 - Depth, precision and aristocratic Bordeaux class

A benchmark year translated into strength and elegance

Château Pape Clément 2016 is among the absolute highlights of Pessac-Léognan. The exceptional year brought perfect ripeness, impressive concentration and flawless balance. This wine combines intensity with refinement and shows a distinct terroir expression.

The style is layered and powerful, but always controlled: ripe black fruit, graphite and subtle spiciness are carried by velvety tannins and a fresh backbone. 2016 is already impressive and built for long cellar aging.

Trial Experience

• Deep purple ruby red with opaque core
• Aromas of cassis, black cherry, plum, cocoa, graphite and cedarwood
• Full and precise mouthfeel with perfectly ripe, silky tannins
• Very long, concentrated finish with fresh tension

The story behind the wine

• Iconic Pessac-Léognan Grand Cru Classé
• 2016 represents balance, concentration and finesse
• Combination of strength and refinement in perfect harmony
• Excellent long-term storage potential