Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron 2023

FALSTAFF: "Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, opaker Kern, violette Reflexe, zarte Randaufhellung. Feine Edelholznuancen, reife schwarze Beerenfrucht, zart nach Cassis und Herzkirschen, Nuancen von Kräutern, kandierte Orangenzesten sind unterlegt. Komplex, saftig, elegant, reife Kirschen, seidige Tannine, die gut tragen, mineralisch-salzig, ein Hauch von Röstaromen im Nachhall, sicheres Reifepotenzial, mit überzeugender Länge ausgestattet."

JAMES SUCKLING: "The freshness and brightness of the blackcurrant and orange-peel fruit give a real al-dente feel. Some stone and spice underneath. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a refined finish. A PB with tight, linear tannins. 80% cabernet sauvignon and 20% merlot."

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, the 2023 Pichon-Longueville Baron is a terrific effort from this estate, unwinding in the glass with aromas of crème de cassis, dark berries, pencil shavings, cigar wrapper, violets and burning embers. Medium to full-bodied, layered and textural, it's deep and concentrated, with sweet structuring tannins and a long, resonant finish. The charm and vibrancy of the vintage lends this considerable appeal, without effacing Pichon Baron's more serious, Cabernet-driven personality."