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Winery: Château Pichon Baron

Country / Region: France / Bordeaux, Pauillac

Date Winery was established: 1850

Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Alcohol Content / Volume: 13% / 750ml

First Vintage Released: 1993

Ratings: 95 pts. Robert Parker

Good to know: Classified as a 2nd Growth Grand Cru Classé in the historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Château Pichon Longueville Baron, famously known as Château Pichon Baron, is one of the most iconic estates in the prestigious Pauillac appellation. Renowned for its fairytale turreted château overlooking deep gravel terraces along the Left Bank, this historic estate stands as a paragon among Bordeaux's elite "Super Seconds". Through rigorous vineyard selection and uncompromising craftsmanship, Pichon Baron is celebrated worldwide for producing deeply concentrated, Cabernet Sauvignon-led wines that embody the quintessential power, noble structure, and aristocratic elegance of Pauillac.

On the nose and palate, the wine unfolds with an opulent bouquet of ripe crème de cassis, dark blackberries, and plum, layered over sophisticated notes of graphite, cedar, espresso, and a touch of dark chocolate. Its velvety tannins and long, savory finish make it an exceptional match for rich dishes, pairing spectacularly with a crispy-skinned roasted Lechon de Leche, pan-seared Wagyu ribeye, slow-braised beef short ribs, or roasted lamb chops with rosemary and garlic.