{"product_id":"chateau-la-fleur-petrus-1990","title":"Château La Fleur-Pétrus 1990","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau La Fleur-Pétrus 1990 is a beautifully mature Pomerol that captures the depth and charm of Merlot at its finest. From one of the most respected names in Bordeaux, this is a wine prized for its plush texture, layered fruit, and the effortless authority that has made La Fleur-Pétrus one of the appellation’s benchmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the wine should now show a developed garnet hue with softened edges, hinting at its age and elegance. The bouquet is expected to be richly aromatic, with notes of red currant, steeped plum, cherry confit, and nuanced accents of bergamot, rooibos tea, and sandalwood.\n\nOn the palate, it is round and generous, with supple tannins and a core of ripe Merlot fruit supported by earthy, spiced complexity. Compared with the 1989, the 1990 is said to have a little more youthful energy and breadth, giving it extra presence through the finish. While it is fully enjoyable now, well-stored bottles may still offer graceful drinking, though its peak maturity is likely now or approaching.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLa Fleur-Pétrus is situated in Pomerol on Bordeaux’s right bank, where the clay and gravel soils lend Merlot its signature richness, depth, and textural generosity. The estate has expanded over time and is now planted predominantly to Merlot, with small proportions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, reflecting the classic composition of top Pomerol terroir. The 1990 vintage would have been harvested by hand, with careful selection in both vineyard and cellar, and vinified to preserve concentration, purity, and the silky structure that defines the château’s style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs wonderfully with classic dishes such as roast duck, beef tenderloin, lamb with herbs, truffle-infused dishes, or game birds. It also works beautifully with mushroom-based plates and mature hard cheeses. Serve at around 16–18°C, and consider decanting for 30–60 minutes if the bottle is showing youthful restraint or sediment, though older bottles should be handled gently and tasted before extended aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau La Fleur-Pétrus is owned and managed by the Moueix family, whose influence in Pomerol and across Bordeaux is immense. Jean-Pierre Moueix began expanding the family business into wine production in the 1950s, and the estate has since become one of the region’s most admired properties. Over the decades, La Fleur-Pétrus has grown through strategic acquisitions and careful stewardship, reinforcing the Moueix reputation for producing some of the most sought-after wines on Bordeaux’s right bank.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Petrus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122421440754,"sku":"FW-4177","price":585.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/lfp.png?v=1777475958","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/chateau-la-fleur-petrus-1990","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}