2019 vintage. A bit more Merlot than Cabernet, but the latter seems to dominate the nose.
2019 vintage. A bit more Merlot than Cabernet, but the latter seems to dominate the nose.
Mar 19th, 2024
Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. This second label from Pichon Baron is deep Ruby with aromas of black fruits, cacao and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and black cherry with espresso, cacao and licorice. Fine tannins, long finish, ending with fruit, cedar and spice.
Estate was founded in the late 17th Century. This period was known as the Grand Siecle, or "great century", in reference to Louis XIV's 1661 accession to the French throne. This second label from Pichon Baron is deep Ruby with aromas of black fruits, cacao and sweet spice. On the palate flavors of blackberry and black cherry with espresso, cacao and licorice. Fine tannins, long finish, ending with fruit, cedar and spice.
Jul 23rd, 2022
Vintage 2012 | true to type, eucalyptus, huge potential, too young imo
Vintage 2012 | true to type, eucalyptus, huge potential, too young imo
Jun 8th, 2021Vintage 2015 / cardinalred rim morello cherries velvety and in balance very seductive #pauillac
Vintage 2015 / cardinalred rim morello cherries velvety and in balance very seductive #pauillac
Dec 18th, 2018
In great vintages, second wines from pedigree Chateauxs are always a safe bet, and this is no exception. Pretty open on the nose, indicating its readiness, while hidden tannins and iron/blood-like flavours on the palate suggests waiting is clever, as it’s still one dimensional and needs time to fully express itself.
In great vintages, second wines from pedigree Chateauxs are always a safe bet, and this is no exception. Pretty open on the nose, indicating its readiness, while hidden tannins and iron/blood-like flavours on the palate suggests waiting is clever, as it’s still one dimensional and needs time to fully express itself.
May 9th, 2018
Very fruity and nicely structured.
Very fruity and nicely structured.
Mar 22nd, 2018Approachable and yummy from Mag.
Approachable and yummy from Mag.
Mar 22nd, 2018
The 2015 Les Griffons de Pichon Baron is dense, powerful and quite juicy, with plenty of black cherry, menthol, licorice and smoke overtones nuances that all build in the glass. Polished and racy to the core, the 2015 is a terrific choice for drinking over the next decade or so. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2018)
The 2015 Les Griffons de Pichon Baron is dense, powerful and quite juicy, with plenty of black cherry, menthol, licorice and smoke overtones nuances that all build in the glass. Polished and racy to the core, the 2015 is a terrific choice for drinking over the next decade or so. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2018)
Mar 5th, 2018
Generally digging all the second wines I've tried of the 2014 vintage. Drinking nicely so young.
Generally digging all the second wines I've tried of the 2014 vintage. Drinking nicely so young.
Jul 22nd, 2017
Deep ruby, violet color, full bodied. Creme de cassis and tobacco dominant on the nose, with black cherry, blackberry, raspberry, liquorice, cedar box, mocha. Black chocolate, mocha, liquorice and black fruits on the palate. Bone dry, more grip than Reserve de la Comtesse 2012. Some green component, 30s+ finish. 13% alc. 2012 vintage
Deep ruby, violet color, full bodied. Creme de cassis and tobacco dominant on the nose, with black cherry, blackberry, raspberry, liquorice, cedar box, mocha. Black chocolate, mocha, liquorice and black fruits on the palate. Bone dry, more grip than Reserve de la Comtesse 2012. Some green component, 30s+ finish. 13% alc. 2012 vintage
Jun 28th, 2016
Pauillac, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
