The 2018 Pavillon Rouge is composed of 30% of the harvest. The blend is still dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (69%). The proportion of Merlot fell slightly (19%) compared to other vintages. It is compensated by a remarkable increase in Petit Verdot (9%), which has particularly fine-grained tannin and a less pronounced aroma than in some vintages. Cabernet Franc completes the blend (3%). Like Château Margaux, but to a lesser extent, Pavillon Rouge 2018 is powerful, silky and long, and delicately tannic throughout. Although it has the highest level of tannins of any Pavillon Rouge, there is not the slightest hint of astringency at any point in the tasting.