{"product_id":"chateau-petrus-vertical-set-11-pack-750ml-ca-only-pre-sale-4000405250","title":"Chateau Petrus Vertical Set, 11 Pack 750ml CA ONLY (PRE-SALE)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"MuiAccordionDetails-root mui-5yeznc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-height:1200px;overflow:hidden\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"mui-15xgwf\" id=\"product-details-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is Pre-Sale only.  Please contact the buying staff to arrange order and pickup.  You will be charged at the time of placing the order.  This item is not refundable. This item will need to be picked up at RJP Burbank Business Center, 11428 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, CA.  For more details email abrahamgutierrez@RJP.com and myi@RJP.com\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nWine Member Agreement - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/mobilecontent.redacted-source.example\/live\/resource\/img\/static-us-pdf\/High_End_Wine_Agreement-UPDATED.pdf\"\u003eLink\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nStep 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nPerched 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nThis 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1971 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nA 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nCritic 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)\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1972 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nA 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1973 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nA 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nCritic 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)\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1974 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nDespite 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1975 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nA 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nCritic’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)\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1976 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nRefined 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1977 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nLight-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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1978 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nElegant 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1979 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nStructured 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1980 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nA 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e(1x) Château Petrus 1981 750ml \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nInitially 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\nTogether, 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.\u003cbr aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n \u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"MuiBox-root mui-1mc8orp\"\u003e\u003cbutton class=\"MuiButtonBase-root MuiButton-root MuiButton-secondary MuiButton-secondaryPrimary MuiButton-sizeStandard MuiButton-secondarySizeStandard MuiButton-colorPrimary MuiButton-root MuiButton-secondary MuiButton-secondaryPrimary MuiButton-sizeStandard MuiButton-secondarySizeStandard MuiButton-colorPrimary mui-j8l0y4\" data-testid=\"Button_view-more-title\" id=\"Button_view-more-title\" tabindex=\"0\" type=\"button\"\u003eView More\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"RJPGrocery0226","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43224249008246,"sku":"1990855","price":140249.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0673\/2808\/2038\/files\/1990855-847__1.jpg?v=1774386625","url":"https:\/\/primeselectusa.com\/products\/chateau-petrus-vertical-set-11-pack-750ml-ca-only-pre-sale-4000405250","provider":"Prime Select ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}