Château Pétrus Saute-Loup Réserve de la Famille Pomerol 2010 is one of Bordeaux's rarest and most exclusive wines. Unlike a traditional second wine, Saute-Loup Réserve de la Famille is an extremely limited bottling produced by Château Pétrus and historically reserved for the Moueix family, close friends, and selected private allocations. It is seldom seen on the open market and has become a true collector's curiosity.

The 2010 vintage is widely regarded as exceptional in Pomerol, combining extraordinary concentration with remarkable freshness and longevity. The wine displays beautifully layered aromas of black cherry, blackberry, plum, graphite, truffle, cedar, violets, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is rich yet impeccably balanced, with silky tannins, vibrant acidity, mineral precision, and an exceptionally long, refined finish. Powerful while remaining graceful, it reflects the hallmark elegance and complexity that have made Pétrus one of the world's most revered wine estates.

Although Saute-Loup Réserve de la Famille is not commercially reviewed by the major wine critics, it has achieved an outstanding 4.7/5 Vivino rating from collectors fortunate enough to have tasted it.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14% ABV
Closure: Natural cork
Harvest: 2010
Oak: Oak ageing details for this specific bottling not officially confirmed
Varietals: 100% Merlot
Farming: Environmentally friendly viticulture reported; specific certification not confirmed
Vineyard Area: Château Pétrus estate, Pomerol, Bordeaux, France. The vineyard is renowned for its distinctive blue and black clay soils, which are particularly suited to Merlot.
Vinification: Saute-Loup Réserve de la Famille is an exceptionally rare private bottling associated with Château Pétrus, traditionally reserved for family and friends rather than commercial distribution. Produced from Merlot grown in Pomerol, the 2010 vintage displays concentrated aromas of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, dark cherry, violet, truffle and sweet spices. The full-bodied palate is rich and opulent, with a velvety texture, refined tannins, earthy minerality and a long, complex finish.
Winemaker: Château Pétrus winemaking team
Region: Pomerol AOC, Bordeaux, France

Serving Temperature: 15–17°C
Decanting: 1 hour; handle gently if the bottle has been stored for a long period
Food Pairing: Grilled ribeye steak, roast lamb, braised beef short ribs, venison, duck breast, wild mushrooms and aged hard cheeses.