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2011 Ch. Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac

Ch. Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac
Louis Roederer acquired this venerable estate recently and under the guidance of Director Sylvie Cazes the changes are already evident.

Historically Pichon had about 30-35 % Merlot in its blend which partly accounted for its lush texture and enticingly soft aroma. This year, however, there is much more focus on the Cabernets, which together account for 90% of the blend. The team clearly feel that the quality this year lies with the Cabernets and the tasting confirms this impression. The bouquet shows amazingly purity with the focus on cassis and graphite. On the palate the tannins are staggeringly fine, indicative of a very delicate touch in vinification to avoid extraction of excessive or bitter tannins. Overall the impression is of great purity, freshness and elegance. The lack of Merlot means that the wine is not very fleshy at this stage but it will undoubtedly put on weight in barrel and I have no doubt that this will prove to be a Pichon of exceptional finesse with great ageing potential.
(Alun Griffiths MW, Berrys' Wine Buying Director)
Château Pichon-Longueville Lalande

BBR Decanter Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
17/20 17.5/20 96 92 - 95/100
Ch. Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac
Very fine expression of Cabernet cassis, lovely refreshingly lifted fruit, great elegance and charm and hidden power to last.
(4 Stars - Decanter - Bordeaux 2011 coverage - April 2012)

BBR Decanter Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
17/20 17.5/20 96 92 - 95/100
Ch. Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac
This has good intensity, with a very lively core of kirsch, steeped blackberry and dark currant flavors supported by lots of pain d'épices and licorice snap on the finish. Shows drive and length.
Wine Spectator's 2011 Top-Scoring Red Bordeaux
(James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, April 5, 2012)

BBR Decanter Tim Atkin Wine Spectator
17/20 17.5/20 96 92 - 95/100
Ch. Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac
Product: 11976
Maturity: Drink 2018-2030 (For laying down)
Vintage: 2011
Origin: France » Bordeaux » Pauillac Map of the region
Producer: Château Pichon-Longueville Lalande
Grape Variety: Cab.Sauvignon Blend
Style: Full Bodied, Dry, 12.5% alcohol
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