Château Pavie has been one of Saint-Émilion's most discussed estates of the past twenty years. Its style is concentrated and its ratings prominent; market attention increased further after its 2012 promotion.
Pavie's acquisition value depends on the vintage and buyers' stylistic preferences. Highly rated vintages such as 2015, 2016 and 2018 attract more enquiries, while mature vintages depend on preservation and whether the fill level remains sound.
When assessing Pavie, Dibao Wine first considers the vintage, label, fill level and provenance. Angélus, Ausone and other Saint-Émilion estates can be valued with it as a collection.
Key points in valuing Pavie
Pavie's value is influenced by ratings, classification and market preferences for wine style.
| Key vintages | 2000, 2005, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016 and 2018. |
| Market factors | Attention increased after promotion to Premier Grand Cru Classé A, and highly rated vintages are more sought after. |
| Condition factors | The label, fill level, seepage and storage environment affect buyer confidence. |
| Suitable sellers | Right Bank collections, single highly rated vintages and corporate-cellar clearances. |
Pavie acquisition enquiries
First send photographs and the vintage. Dibao Wine will respond using achievable market values. For a highly rated vintage or original case, include the outer case and provenance documents.
- Clearly photograph the Pavie name, vintage and fill level.
- Ausone and Angélus can be valued at the same time.
- Disclose any wear to the label or capsule in advance.
Related Pavie links
Compare other Saint-Émilion estates.
- Ausone wine buyback: a scarce Saint-Émilion wine that buyers often compare with Pavie.
- Angélus wine buyback: another leading estate in the same area, where classification history also matters.
- Haut-Brion buyback: it can be included when a mixed group of Bordeaux estates is offered.
- Pavie's century of controversy and 100-point legend: background to Pavie's market profile and highly rated vintages.
Pavie vintage and market reference
The following historical notes help identify vintages that receive more enquiries and bottles that require condition-specific valuation. They are an initial reference only; actual acquisition value still depends on provenance, fill level and label condition.
| Vintage | International critic-score reference (RP/JS)* | Ageing potential | Period acquisition interest | Wine characteristics |
| 2022 | 98-100 points | Extremely long | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A recent vintage with exuberant fruit and a 98-100-point reference; long-term development depends on storage and bottle condition. |
| 2016 | 100 points (perfect-score vintage) | More than 50 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A 100-point vintage with precise structure and a long ageing profile. |
| 2015 | 98+ points | 40-50 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Rich, full and expressive of Pavie's modern Right Bank style. |
| 2010 | 100 points (legendary vintage) | More than 50 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A 100-point vintage with powerful tannins and substantial ageing potential. |
| 2009 | 100 points (legendary vintage) | 40-50 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A lush, sweet-fruited style considered suitable for both drinking and collecting. |
| 2005 | 100 points (classic vintage) | More than 50 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A powerful 100-point vintage with long ageing potential and strong period interest. |
| 2003 | 98 points | 30-40 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A representative hot-vintage wine with extreme concentration and a 98-point reference. |
| 2000 | 100 points (millennium release) | More than 40 years | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | A historically significant 100-point millennium release. |
Local valuation and handover notes
In a Hong Kong wine acquisition, the priority is not merely a famous name but a clear understanding of transaction risk for both parties. Dibao Wine first reviews photographs and arranges physical inspection only when appropriate. If the wine matches the photographs, any change in the initial quotation is explained on site; final terms still require inspection and agreement.
Collectors on Hong Kong Island, in Kowloon, the New Territories and Macau can begin with photographs. For high-value estates, mature vintages or original cases, we recommend provenance and storage documents. For a mixed group, we first separate high-value wines, readily traded wines and bottles not currently suited to acquisition so that the group valuation is clear.
For an initial value indication, send Dibao Wine the front label, back label, neck fill level, capsule and original-case details. More complete information supports a closer initial estimate. If the vintage or authenticity is uncertain, photographs can first be reviewed provisionally.
