Château Pichon Baron 2015, Pauillac 2° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 97
€201.00
(€268.00 L)
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Château Pichon Baron 2015
Blend
- 77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot
Tasting
Colour: Deep garnet, intense, dark colour
Nose: Expressive and delicate, with a lovely blend of dark berries (blackcurrant, blueberry, blackberry), spicy toasty notes, graphite, lavender, mint and rose. Slightly smoky background and cedar
Palate: Velvety, precise attack. Dense, well-balanced structure, with fine tannins and a lovely sparkle. Flavours evolve towards black fruits, graphite, liquorice and sweet spices, supported by a vibrant freshness and marked minerality. Finishes long, juicy and clean
Scores and expert comments
- Jeb Dunnuck: 98 points
- Antonio Galloni (Vinous): 97 points -
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Lisa Perrotti-Brown): 97 points - Neal Martin (eRobert): 97 points
- Neal Martin (eRobertParker.com): 96-98 points - James Suckling: 95-96 points
- James Suckling: 95-96 points
- Wine Spectator (James Molesworth): 94-96 points - Decanter (Yohan Castellan): 94-96 points
- Decanter (Yohan Castaing): 99 points -
Wine and food pairing
This refined Pauillac is ideal with grilled red meats (rib of beef, onglet), leg of lamb, game in sauce or mature cheeses (comté, cheddar, cantal). Its structure and richness make it an ideal companion for dishes with character.
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Data sheet
| Volume | 0,75l |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Alcohol | 13,5° |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites. |
| Packing | OWC 12 bottles |
| Vines | Cabernet Sauvignon 77%, Merlot 23% |
| Storage advice | Great cellaring potential |
| Consumption guidelines | Drink between 16 and 18°C. |
| Taste | Dry |
| Producer | Château Pichon Baron, 33250 Pauillac, France |
| Bottling | Mis en bouteille au Château |
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