Peter Michael Winery,
Les Pavots
Les Pavots is Peter Michael's long-established Bordeaux-style flagship from the Knights Valley estate and one of Sonoma's recognised collectible reds. It benefits from a long-established reputation among California collectors, mountain-vineyard sourcing and relatively limited production.
VINTAGE 2012
Source: Liv-Ex
Apr 2018 – Nov 2022
Within This Period
Varietal:
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Classification:
Knights Valley AVA
Annual Production:
≈ 3,000–3,500 cases / 36,000–42,000 bottles
SIGNATURE VINTAGES
1997 Historically notable as an early prestige release and famously served at a state dinner during Queen Elizabeth II’s US visit.
2007 A powerful California vintage with excellent ageing potential.
2012 An outstanding, accessible benchmark.
2013 More structured and monumental.
2016 Another exceptional release balancing richness and freshness.
The Investment Case
Les Pavots benefits from a long-established reputation among California collectors, mountain-vineyard sourcing and relatively limited production. Its value is supported by strong critic recognition and the loyalty of Peter Michael's allocation customers, although secondary-market liquidity remains narrower than for the leading Bordeaux or Napa cult icons.
Country
USA
Region
California
Varietal
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot
Sub-region
Sonoma County
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