Château Pichon Longueville Baron - G.C.C. | Pauillac
Red wine | France, PAUILLAC | 2018
Deep ruby-red colour. The nose reveals aromas of blackcurrant, black cherry and blueberry, complemented by spicy and subtly toasted notes. The wine is powerful and full-bodied, with a rich structure, refined tannins and lovely freshness. Elegant and concentrated, yet firmly structured, with a precise, lingering finish and impressive ageing potential.
€204.94
169.37
excl. VAT
Specifications
Serving temperature
18 °C
Type
Red wine
Country
France
Vintage
2018
Storage (years)
> 10
Volume
0.75
Grape & craft
Region
PAUILLAC
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon (78%), Merlot (22%)
Viticulture
Traditional
Vinification
After the harvest, only grapes from the finest plots are selected. During fermentation, a slow extraction is used, tailored to the character of each terroir. Following maceration, the wine is transferred to French oak barriques, where it is aged for 18 months, predominantly in new oak.
Flavour profile
Taste profile
Complex with firm tannins
Food pairing
Pigeon | Game | Entrecote - grilled | Game - roebuck
About Château Pichon Baron
Château Pichon Baron, a Second Growth classified in 1855, is one of Bordeaux’s historic estates. The château is located in Pauillac, on the left bank of the Gironde, approximately forty kilometres north of Bordeaux.
The Grand Vin is made from the oldest vines, sourced from the finest plots of this unique terroir. Rigorous selection in both the vineyard and cellar ensures a wine that reflects the pure expression of Pauillac. Château Pichon Baron is distinguished by its intense aromas of black fruit and spicy notes, combined with elegance, power and an exceptionally long finish. The wine can age for more than 40 years.
