2022 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande

The 2022 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a compelling young Pauillac from one of Bordeaux’s most revered second growth estates. In this warm, concentrated vintage, Pichon Comtesse delivers its signature combination of power, depth and refined elegance. This is a wine crafted for collectors and enthusiasts alike, promising both early pleasure and long-term cellar reward. Classically Cabernet Sauvignon–led and supported by Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, the 2022 highlights the unique character of the château’s gravelly terroir bordering the Gironde estuary. Classified as a Deuxième Cru in the historic 1855 Classification, Pichon Comtesse has long been recognized as one of Pauillac’s benchmark properties, often rivaling the very top names of the Left Bank.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2022 Pichon Comtesse is deep, saturated ruby-purple with a youthful, almost opaque core, hinting at its concentration and aging capacity. The nose opens with a cascade of blackcurrant, ripe blackberry and black cherry, layered with graphite, cedar, violets and a subtle hint of cocoa and warm spice. With air, more nuanced notes appear: crushed rose petals, fine tobacco, pencil shavings and a delicate, savory edge. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet poised, with a velvety texture that is very much in the house style. Ripe cassis, plum and dark berries are framed by refined, polished tannins and a vibrant, elongated acidity that keeps everything fresh and focused. Hints of licorice, dark chocolate, sandalwood and a mineral, graphite-driven backbone carry through the long, persistent finish. While already remarkably seductive in its youth, this 2022 has the structure and balance to evolve beautifully in the cellar over 20–30 years or more, gaining complexity and tertiary notes of truffle, cedar and leather with time.

Production
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande’s vineyards lie on the classic deep gravel soils of Pauillac, interspersed with clay and sand, which provide excellent drainage and help produce Cabernet-based wines of intensity and finesse. The proximity to the Gironde estuary moderates temperatures, an important factor in a warm year like 2022, allowing grapes to ripen fully while retaining freshness. The grapes are harvested parcel by parcel, typically by hand, with rigorous sorting to ensure only perfectly ripe and healthy berries make it into the grand vin. Vinification takes place in temperature-controlled vats, allowing precise management of extraction, followed by maturation in French oak barrels (a significant proportion new) to add aromatic complexity, structure and texture, while preserving the purity of fruit and the estate’s unmistakable elegance.

Food & Serving
The 2022 Pichon Comtesse pairs beautifully with classic, richly flavored dishes such as roast lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye, venison, duck breast, or braised beef short ribs. It also works wonderfully alongside truffled dishes, roasted root vegetables, wild mushrooms, and aged hard cheeses like Comté or mature cheddar. Serve at 16–18°C (about 60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and textural finesse. In its youth, decanting for 2–3 hours is recommended to soften the tannins and allow the bouquet to fully unfold; as it matures in bottle, a shorter decant of around 45–60 minutes will generally be sufficient.

Producer
Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is one of the most illustrious estates in Pauillac, classified as a Second Growth in the 1855 Classification and long admired for producing wines that combine Pauillac’s trademark power with a uniquely seductive, almost Margaux-like elegance. The estate’s history dates back to the 17th century, with the Pichon family at its core, and over time it has become a reference point for Left Bank Bordeaux. Under modern stewardship and significant investment in vineyard management and cellar technology, Pichon Comtesse has consistently elevated its quality, regularly competing with the very top names of the Médoc. Its wines are sought after worldwide for their aging potential, refinement, and distinctive house style that seamlessly marries structure and charm.

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