{"product_id":"chateau-pavie-1982-saint-emilion","title":"Château Pavie 1982 - Saint-Emilion","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe Poetic Origin of the Name: Les Pêchers de Pavie\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of Château Pavie dates back to antiquity, but its name holds a particularly charming anecdote. Long before vines reigned supreme on this exceptional hillside, the slope was covered with peach orchards. A very specific variety of red peach, with firm, juicy flesh, called \"Pavie,\" was grown there. This fruit's name has remained etched in the land and the estate's identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003ePavie's \"Black Dot\": A Historical Guarantee Seal and a Visual Distinction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAppearing in the late 1940s, the black mark at the top of the bottle is not a simple cellar release stamp but a \u003cstrong\u003edesign\u003c\/strong\u003e element of the capsule and for \u003cstrong\u003etraceability\u003c\/strong\u003e. At the time, counterfeit fine wines were starting to become a problem. Unlike other châteaux that use uniform capsules, Pavie made this mark its signature. It's a guarantee that the capsule is original and hasn't been replaced by a neutral capsule during an unofficial \"re-corking.\" The Valette family instituted this black \"macaroon\" so that a bottle of Pavie could be identified even when stored in a cellar rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 1982 vs. Modern Style:\u003c\/b\u003e The 1982 Pavie was produced during the era of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"76\"\u003eValette family\u003c\/b\u003e. At that time, the wine was sought after for its finesse and classic elegance. This is a total contrast to the more powerful and extracted style established by Gérard Perse after the acquisition in 1998. Drinking a 1982 means tasting the historical soul of Pavie. 82 is a legendary wine that has managed to last over forty years with audacious freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBottle Condition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1982 bottle is in remarkable condition. The label is very clear, a sign of a healthy cellar. The capsule is impeccable with its characteristic black signature clearly visible. The level is very good for a wine of this age, guaranteeing a tasting experience that meets the expectations of the greatest connoisseurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFood and Wine Pairings\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted blood pigeon with sweet spices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRack of suckling lamb in an herb crust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGourmet dishes with black winter truffle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA moment of meditation, alone or among initiates, to honor this monument\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eServing Suggestions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServing temperature: 17-18°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAeration: Do not decant. Slow opening in the bottle 1 to 2 hours before serving is ideal to allow this 1982 to express itself fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellaring: At its peak, this wine can still be kept for several years in a suitable cellar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pavie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53365015904595,"sku":"CP1982SE","price":225.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/9686\/6131\/files\/Chateau_Pavie_1982_Saint-Emilion_Grand_Cru_France_1.jpg?v=1774792838","url":"https:\/\/www.wineuponatime.com\/en\/products\/chateau-pavie-1982-saint-emilion","provider":"Wine Upon A Time","version":"1.0","type":"link"}