Pichon Lalande 2008
Pichon Lalande 2008 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot (Pauillac, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Cheapest offer £185.00 at Hedonism Wines.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calon Segur 2005 Château Calon-Ségur · Bordeaux | £185.00 | |||
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For many lovers of Bordeaux, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is often seen as one of the benchmark producers from Pauillac and is well-known for wines that offer wonderfully ripe fruit, sumptuous texture and deep savoury complexity. The 2008 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc. To quote the critic James Suckling, `Currant, mint and prune, with hints of wet earth. Full and velvety, with lots of fruit and silky, firm tannins. Long finish. Very pretty.`