1988 Pichon Baron

France - Bordeaux - Pauillac - Second Growth
Bordeaux Blend
Still

WS 95 RP 90

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750ml

Producer Notes

Château Pichon Baron is a Second Growth classified Bordeaux estate located in the Pauillac appellation. In addition to producing a grand vin, Pichon Baron has also made a second wine, Les Tourelles de Longueville, since the 1986 vintage.

The two estates Pichon Baron and Pichon Comtesse de Lalande were originally joined as one property in the 18th century, but its... More »

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Source: Bordeaux Book(1998)

The 1988 Pichon-Longueville promises to be one of the half-dozen superstars of this vintage. Surprisingly large-scaled for a 1988, with an oaky, cassis, and licorice-scented nose, it is deep in color, rich, softly tannic, medium to full-bodied, and should reach maturity early on, but keep for 15-20 years. Last tasted 1/93

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Source: Wine Spectator

A classic new style of Pichon-Baron, with rich, thick, velvety tannins and complex berry, currant and mint character. Full-bodied, it's extremely balanced for showing such impressive power. A real beauty.--1988 Bordeaux horizontal.

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1988 Pichon Baron Bordeaux Blend - France - Bordeaux - Pauillac - Red - Second Growth