Château Pichon Baron

Pauillac

2023

Blend

80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot

Wine designation

Château Pichon Baron, Red, 2023
Category: Pauillac, 2ème Grand Cru Classé, Bordeaux.

Food pairing

Serve alongside a beef tenderloin with red wine reduction sauce or alongside a duck breast with a red fruit glaze.
Data sheet

Château Pichon Baron

Pauillac

2023

Tasting notes

A deep purple color with violet undertones. The nose is vibrant and expressive, showcasing ripe blackcurrants, delicate floral notes, and ripe cherries. Hints of dark chocolate, exotic spices, and licorice add complexity. On the palate, a dynamic, modern expression with superb structure, juicy sweet fruit, refined toasting, and remarkable depth and length.

Vineyard

Vineyard size: 73 hectares
Soil composition: Gravel Based

Winemaking

Fermentation container: Stainless-steel tanks.
Maceration technique: Maceration temperatures maintained between 25 and 27°. With primarily extractions mid-fermentation.
Aging: Oak Barrels
70% new oak, 30% 1 year old barrels – for 18 months.
Type of oak: French
Bottles produced: 250 000
Winemaker: Pierre Montégut

Heritage in the vineyard

Domaine

Founded in the 17th century, the estate was eventually divided in two, Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville’s portion became the Pichon Baron estate whereas the other portion become Pichon Comtesse, belonging to his three sisters. The estate buildings were added in 1851, inspired by Renaissance architecture with two emblematic stately turrets. Ranked deuxième cru classé in the 1855 classification. The estate was managed by the Bouteiller family before being purchased by AXA Millésimes in 1987.
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Green in the vineyard

Environmental practices

Taking steps to protect the environment by reducing the frequency of treatments each year and minimize overall environmental impact. By promoting sustainable practices that ensure a long-term balance while maintaining the effectiveness of necessary treatments.