Chateau Pichon Comtesse Reserve Pauillac 2018

Style: Red

Country: France

Brand: Chateau Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Region: Bordeaux

Grape Variety: Cabernet, Merlot, Cabernet franc, Petit Verdot

Description: A refined second wine from the esteemed Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, the 2018 Réserve de la Comtesse offers a harmonious blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot, and 1% Cabernet Franc. This vintage presents a deep garnet-purple hue, leading to an expressive bouquet of ripe blackcurrants, black raspberries, and baked plums, complemented by nuances of pencil lead, cedar chest, ground cloves, and lilacs. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a lovely freshness, framing the delicate fruit and finishing with earthy undertones. This wine is approachable now and has the potential to age gracefully for several years.