(Château Pichon-Longueville Baron) 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc. Dense, purple color. intense, black-cherry and black fruits carried on an oaky nose. highly complex, with an almost sooty intensity. Firm palate, with masses of tannin and fruit, but amazing balance and elegance. restrained and tightly wound now—all black fruit and toasty oak. Seriously good wine, with a crisp, fresh, extremely long finish. Will last and last; recommended drinking window: 10-20 years. Winery Spotlight: Château Pichon-Longueville
By Beverley Blanning, MW
(Château Pichon-Longueville Baron) 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc. Dense, purple color. intense, black-cherry and black fruits carried on an oaky nose. highly complex, with an almost sooty intensity. Firm palate, with masses of tannin and fruit, but amazing balance and elegance. restrained and tightly wound now—all black fruit and toasty oak. Seriously good wine, with a crisp, fresh, extremely long finish. Will last and last; recommended drinking window: 10-20 years. Winery Spotlight: Château Pichon-LonguevilleJuly 2008, (See more on Sommelier Journal...)