CRITIC REVIEWS
Neal Martin
The 2025 Pavillon Rouge represents 28% of the volume this year, a little lower than previous years, containing just a little more Petit Verdot (10%), matured as usual in around 60% new oak, though my sample was taken from a new barrel. It has a bright nose, black cherries and blueberry fruit, crushed violet developing in the glass, a hint of black olive. The palate is medium-bodied, with a pleasing rondeur on the entry, a pillowy Pavillon Rouge at this stage, a pleasing countervailing bitterness that balances the opulence that comes through on the slightly briny finish. Less jagged than its peers, this will be quite tempting in its youth, yet it certainly has the substance to last.
JancisRobinson.com
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot, 4% Cabernet Franc. 28% of the production. Cask sample.Aromatically fragrant and fresh. Quite a powerful tannic frame but the tannins cushioned by the succulent fruit. Plenty of drive on the finish. Fine despite the alcohol. (JL)


