2016 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse Lalande Pauillac

The 2016 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse Lalande is one of Pauillac’s most refined and collectible wines, combining the power expected from this Left Bank classed growth with exceptional elegance and perfume. The 2016 vintage is widely regarded as a standout in Bordeaux, and here it delivers remarkable balance, depth, and precision.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it typically shows a deep ruby-garnet colour with impressive density and clarity. The nose is layered and expressive, offering blackcurrant, blackberry, violet, cedar, tobacco, graphite, and subtle hints of spice and pencil shavings. On the palate, the wine is concentrated yet polished, with fine-grained tannins, vibrant freshness, and a long, composed finish. There is a strong sense of finesse beneath the structure, with dark fruit, mineral notes, and classic Pauillac savouriness unfolding gradually. It has excellent aging potential and should continue to develop gracefully for many years, gaining complexity and nuance over time.

Production
Sourced from the historic vineyards of Pauillac, the wine reflects the gravelly terroir that is prized for drainage, heat retention, and the production of structured Cabernet-driven blends. While the grape composition is not provided here, the estate is known for meticulous vineyard management and careful parcel selection, with harvests typically conducted by hand to preserve fruit quality. Vinification is traditionally aimed at preserving purity and finesse, with fermentation and aging carried out to build texture, detail, and complexity while respecting the character of the vintage and terroir.

Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with classic dishes such as roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, venison, and slow-cooked braised meats. It also works well with truffle dishes, wild mushroom risotto, and mature hard cheeses. Serve at 16-18°C, and decant for 1-2 hours if drinking young to allow the aromatics and structure to open fully.

Producer
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is one of Pauillac’s most distinguished estates, with a long history rooted in Bordeaux’s aristocratic winemaking tradition. Located next to some of the region’s greatest names, the château has built a reputation for producing wines that combine power with exceptional elegance and aromatic complexity. It is widely admired both for the quality of its grand vin and for its consistent standing among Bordeaux’s elite producers.

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