Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2016 DBMG

Bottled in an impressive 3-liter double magnum, Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2016 is widely hailed as one of the greatest wines this historic Pauillac estate has produced in modern times. This is a benchmark Left Bank Bordeaux that marries power with finesse, offering the kind of depth, precision and longevity that serious collectors seek. The 2016 vintage in Bordeaux is already regarded as a modern classic, and this Comtesse captures that magic with effortless grace.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, the 2016 Pichon Comtesse shows a deep, vibrant ruby-purple hue with a youthful density that hints at its long life ahead. The nose is beautifully layered and expressive: ripe blackcurrant and plum mingle with licorice, sweet tobacco leaf, cigar smoke, violets, and undertones of graphite and warm earth. With air, more nuance emerges—cedar, dark chocolate and a subtle floral lift that’s unmistakably Pauillac yet distinctly elegant. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet remarkably poised, with huge concentration carried by bright, clear acidity and ultra-fine tannins. Flavors of cassis, black plum and blackberry are wrapped in notes of licorice, cigar box, pencil shavings and savory earth, building into a long, penetrating finish that lingers with freshness and spice. Its balance and structure suggest outstanding aging potential; in double magnum format, this wine is built for the long haul and should evolve beautifully for 30–40 years or more, gaining complexity and silkier texture with time.

Production
This 2016 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande hails from prime gravelly terroir in Pauillac, on the Left Bank of the Gironde, where deep gravel over clay and sand provides perfect drainage and encourages Cabernet Sauvignon to ripen slowly and fully. The blend in 2016 is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, complemented by Merlot and small proportions of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, carefully selected from old vines. Harvesting is carried out parcel by parcel at optimal ripeness, typically by hand, with rigorous sorting to ensure only pristine berries make it into the winery. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled vats, followed by élevage in French oak barrels (a significant portion new), where the wine matures on its lees and gains texture, aromatic complexity and the hallmark polish that characterizes Pichon Comtesse.

Food & Serving
This is a classic Pauillac built for the table, shining alongside refined yet flavorful dishes. Think roast lamb with herbs, dry-aged ribeye, venison, beef Wellington, or braised short ribs; it also pairs beautifully with truffle dishes, wild mushrooms, and aged hard cheeses such as Comté or mature Gouda. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) to highlight its aromatic complexity and structural finesse. In its youth, especially from a 3L double magnum, decanting for 2–3 hours is recommended to allow the wine to fully open; as it matures, gentler decanting mainly to remove sediment will be sufficient.

Producer
Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is one of Pauillac’s most revered estates, ranked as a Deuxième Cru (Second Growth) in the historic 1855 Bordeaux Classification. Known for producing wines that combine Pauillac’s classic power with an almost Margaux-like elegance, Pichon Comtesse has long been celebrated for its distinctive, silky style. Over the years, significant investments in the vineyard and cellar, along with meticulous attention to detail, have elevated the château to near–First Growth status in the eyes of many collectors and critics. The 2016 vintage stands as a landmark bottling, reinforcing the estate’s reputation as one of the Left Bank’s truly great, enduring names.

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