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Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande

2006 Appellation Pauillac Controlee Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande, a splendid red wine from the esteemed Appellation Pauillac Controlee, showcases a delightful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. This vintage, hailing from 2006, reveals a full-bodied character that envelops the palate with its rich and complex flavors. The wine displays a refined acidity that provides a bright counterbalance to its opulent fruit intensity, marked by notes of dark berries, plums, and subtle hints of spice. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, offering structure and depth that promise ageability, while the overall impression is elegantly dry, encapsulating the essence of this remarkable Bordeaux estate. This wine is not only a testament to the terroir of Pauillac but also a celebration of meticulous craftsmanship.

Tasting notes:


Blackcurrant

Blackcurrant

Tobacco

Tobacco

Cedar

Cedar

Flavor profile:


Acidity Low

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin High

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Braised Lamb Shanks, Duck Breast, Roasted Lamb

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