Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2emé Cru Classé, Pauillac, 2009, 75cl Nyhed and impressive complexity

and impressive complexity

Unwinding in the glass with aromas of minty blackberries and cassis mingled with notions of burning embers

roasted nuts and subtle brioche tones

and strawberries

Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2emé Cru Classé, Pauillac, 2009, 75cl Nyhed and impressive complexityDeep garnet colored, the 2009 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a little reticent to begin, slowly giving way to notions of warm black cherries, blackcurrant cordial, stewed plums and sauted herbs with hints of damp soil, tobacco and beef drippings. Medium to full bodied, the palate is packed with tightly wound black fruit and earthy layers, framed by ripe, fine grained tannins and lovely freshness making for a long, lively finish. Classic!