Decent but not good value at $73 — 7 months ago
Maybe it’s the perfectly grilled ribeye talking but sappy, sanguine and delicious — 3 years ago
Always solid — 6 years ago
great unassuming wine. great with damn near everything! — 8 years ago
Phenomenal wine. Tannins are completely softened with dark fruits. Incredibly enjoyable. The 2009 still going strong 17 years later. This can easily stay in bottle another 5-10 years. — 8 days ago
OMG... get this! — 8 months ago
Wine Shoe 2022 — 4 years ago
Earthy. Paired well with steak. Had earthiness, soul of Bordeaux loved it. — 5 years ago
100% Brachetto. Dry! Floral notes. Earwax? Palate is light and dry. — 9 years ago
So freakin good! Perfect Rhône and fabulous price! 😊 — 4 months ago
Château Ormes de Pez 2023 – Saint-Estèphe. BDX, France 🇫🇷
Overview
An approachable and easy-drinking Bordeaux red from the Cazes family (Lynch-Bages lineage), offering a friendly, polished expression designed for immediate pleasure rather than intensity. The 47% Cabernet-driven blended with 39% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% Petit Verdot delivers clean fruit, gentle structure, and balanced freshness, making it an ideal casual and versatile claret.
Aromas & Flavors
Red cherry, blackcurrant, plum skin, light cedar, subtle graphite, dried herbs, soft cocoa and gentle spice.
Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied with smooth entry, soft tannins, moderate acidity, easy mid-palate flow, and a clean, uncomplicated finish that stays friendly and accessible.
Food Pairings
Burgers, roast chicken, grilled sausages, pizza, casual bistro fare, semi-soft cheeses, weeknight comfort foods.
Verdict
A reliable, crowd-pleasing Saint-Estèphe that emphasizes drinkability and balance over depth and complexity. A well-made, approachable red for casual enjoyment and broad appeal.
🍷 Personal Pick
This is a cruising wine, safe lines, smooth handling, and zero surprises. Perfect when you want something dependable, easygoing, and friendly on the palate without needing full focus or contemplation. — 6 months ago
$350 let’s open it up. Delicious drinking full bodied but light. Perfect for pork chops! 2/25 — 2 years ago
Kermit comes through as usual. Great with some skirt steak chimichurri. Decanted for 30 mins. — 8 years ago
Balanced with earthiness — 9 years ago
Louis Martin
Crisp, clean, smooth, hint of oak, taste of honey, paired nicely with a cheese course. — 17 hours ago