Peter Michael Winery

'L'Esprit des Pavots' Cabernet Sauvignon Blend

9.238 ratings
9.72 pro ratings
Knights Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Salami & Prosciutto, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Chicken, Pungent Cheese, Turkey, Soft Cheese, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Duck, Blue Cheese, Onion
Top Notes For
Yoon Ha

Master Sommelier/Wine Director Benu

9.3

$100 less than les pavot but certainly not so on the palate.

$100 less than les pavot but certainly not so on the palate.

Mar 11th, 2013
Bob Boyle

Nose muddied with no clear expression, body likewise lacking fruit beyond the expectation for the vintage.

Nose muddied with no clear expression, body likewise lacking fruit beyond the expectation for the vintage.

Dec 9th, 2019
Steve Bozich

Disappointing. Just not much going on. 47% Cab Franc, 46% Cab Sauv. 14.6 ABV.

Disappointing. Just not much going on. 47% Cab Franc, 46% Cab Sauv. 14.6 ABV.

Jan 22nd, 2017
Anwar Jumabhoy

Lovely bouquet. Smooth on the palate with a nice after glow.

Lovely bouquet. Smooth on the palate with a nice after glow.

Dec 24th, 2015
Patrick Kelly

Soft, balanced, smooth and full of flavor. Current, oak and tobacco are pronounced

Soft, balanced, smooth and full of flavor. Current, oak and tobacco are pronounced

May 10th, 2015
Tony Pescatore

A beautiful expression of the Knights valley

A beautiful expression of the Knights valley

Mar 12th, 2015
Tansy Tay

Absolutely love this. Second wine - but more approachable than the first wine. And really good value. Got to try it!

Absolutely love this. Second wine - but more approachable than the first wine. And really good value. Got to try it!

Dec 24th, 2014
Tim Terry

Wow!

Wow!

Aug 22nd, 2013
Jennifer Megan

Wow extremely bold & excellent flavors

Wow extremely bold & excellent flavors

Feb 22nd, 2013
Jeff Lonsdale

Good but too subtle for me

Good but too subtle for me

Dec 8th, 2012