1955 Pétrus

Community Tasting Notes (17) Avg Score: 96.6 points

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  4/28/2024 - BellevuePhil Likes this wine: 98 Points

  In the hallowed halls of oenological mastery, few wines command the reverence and mystique of the 1955 Pétrus. With each bottle representing a piece of vinicultural history, I embark upon a journey of sensory exploration, eager to unlock the secrets held within its ancient depths.
  
  As the cork surrenders to my gentle persuasion, releasing decades of anticipation in a subtle pop, the air becomes charged with the aroma of aged elegance. Pouring the wine into the glass reveals a hue reminiscent of polished mahogany, its rich depths hinting at the wisdom acquired over sixty-nine years of maturation. With each swirl, the wine bestows upon me a kaleidoscope of scents—earthy truffles, velvety plums, and whispers of tobacco that dance gracefully upon the air.
  
  Upon the first sip, time itself seems to stand still as the wine envelops my senses in a symphony of flavor. The palate is greeted by an opulent tapestry of dark fruits—black cherries, ripe figs, and sun-kissed currants—each layer unfolding with the grace of a well-rehearsed ballet. Yet, beneath this veneer of fruit lies a depth of complexity that can only be achieved through decades of patient aging. Notes of leather and forest floor intermingle with hints of cedar and spice, creating a mosaic of flavor that evolves with each passing moment.
  
  But beyond the sensory delights of the wine itself, each sip evokes memories of a bygone era—a time when the world was poised on the brink of change, and life was lived with a certain effortless elegance. It calls to mind evenings spent in dimly lit bistros, the air thick with the aroma of Gauloises and the laughter of lovers entwined in the dance of passion. It conjures images of Parisian boulevards, where artists and intellectuals gathered to debate the meaning of life over glasses of velvety Bordeaux.
  
  Yet, for all its historical significance, the 1955 Pétrus remains a wine of unparalleled beauty and grace—a testament to the artistry of its creators and the enduring power of the vine. Each sip is a journey through time and space, a fleeting glimpse into a world long past yet forever enshrined in the amber liquid that now graces my glass.
  
  As I sit here, bathed in the warm glow of nostalgia and the intoxicating embrace of the 1955 Pétrus, I am reminded of the profound connection between wine, memory, and the essence of life itself. This is not merely a beverage; it is a portal to a world of dreams and desires, where every sip is a step closer to unlocking the secrets of the universe.
  
  Maybe ill pen a song after this wine, and just a side not from a gentleman, why can't i find a woman like the 1955. Petrus?
  
  NOTE TO SELF: DECANT ONE HOUR GLASS BY GLASS OMG AMMMAZING

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  8/7/2022 - Boone's Farm Likes this wine: 94 Points

  Beautiful wine with rich sweet flavors of red fruit. Perfectly balanced and very long on the palate. Great wine!

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  4/5/2022 - Jeff Leve wrote: 97 Points

  Purchased on release by a friend, this was simply off the hook. Elegant, silky, showy, flamboyant and loaded with start to finish with truffles, smoke, coffee beans, tobacco, roasted red plums, herbs and spice. The finish was soft, silky and elegant, with bright, earthy, spicy red fruits that lingered long after the wine was gone.

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  4/25/2021 - aquacongas wrote: flawed

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  drinkable, but in my opinion too much lovage to show the beauty of this wine. Some other in this group liked it really much but for me over his peak. If I had to rate. 91-92

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  12/31/2020 - Sean Tay Likes this wine: 96 Points

  Spices, pepper, cedar, toast, dried red fruits, liquorice, tea leaf, medium acidity and tannin. Tannin resolved. Medium garnet in colour. Slow ox 2 hours.

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