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Pichon Baron 1800cl 2016
HED65999
1800 cl
12.5%
£3,220.00
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Château Pichon Baron has hit a remarkably rich vein of form from 2015 onwards. The 2016 is a superlative effort of compelling complexity and tantalising tension. A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot, it has wonderful aromas of crème de cassis, black cherry, truffle, cedar, liquorice, exotic spices and graphite. On the palate it is bold, intensely structured and jam-packed with mineral-laced black fruits and spices, concluding with an exceptionally long, lingering finish.
98 Jane Anson
An exceptional vintage where the Cabernet expression at five years old is dominant - savoury and sculpted cassis bud, bilberry and blueberry fruit alongside waves of rosebud and violet. The tannins are concentrated and still austere, but this is a great Pichon Baron, with liqourice, slate, pencil lead, waves of flavour resonating through the palate. Just a brilliant reflection of a vintage and a terroir. 80% new oak.Jane Anson22nd December 2021
96 Vinous
The 2016 Pichon Baron is outstanding, powerful on the nose with blackberry, mocha and just a hint of dark chocolate that emerges after an hour. The palate is weighty in the mouth but delivers real elegance, graphite-tinged black fruit fanning out gloriously on the finish. It is probably three years away from when I would advise opening bottles.Neal Martin1st January 2025
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A Super Second Classed Growth
Château Pichon Baron is celebrated for its Grand Vin, a Pauillac Second Growth which comes from the oldest vines grown on the historic plots of the estate. A beautiful red, displaying a superb black fruit profile with spicy hints. Château Pichon Baron shows great elegance, intensity and exceptional length on the palate. A well-balanced blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.
The Château also produces two second wines, the Cabernet-focused Les Griffons de Pichon Longueville and the Merlot-dominant Les Tourelles de Pichon Longueville. The 73 hectare estate is planted to 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot.