An emblematic reference from Pauillac, the Château Pichon Baron de Longueville 2020 confirms the grandeur of a 2nd Grand Cru Classé with composed power. From a sunny vintage expertly managed, this red wine delivers a score of rare intensity where ripe fruit richness meets the precision of meticulous élevage. The nose evokes Médoc classics: juicy blackcurrant, black plum and deep blackberry, embraced by cedar, light tobacco and a mineral breath reminiscent of graphite. The palate is upright and generous, organised around a firm yet satiny tannic frame that carries the wine’s sap far and promises luminous ageing. For the enthusiast seeking a Bordeaux both fleshy, structured and of contemporary precision, this cuvée embodies Pauillac’s aristocratic gesture, balancing restrained power and architectural elegance.

Assemblage et vinification

The 2020 is built around a blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (around 76%), complemented by Merlot (around 24%). This pairing magnifies the verticality and uprightness of Cabernet while adding a silky texture and fruity softness from Merlot. Meticulous grape selection, combined with precise vinification, reveals the depth of Pauillac’s terroir and showcases a carefully managed élevage that respects the cru’s identity. Density, freshness and length come together here without ostentation, serving the purity of the fruit and Médoc’s noble austerity.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Deep purple with inky highlights, clear and concentrated, sign of fully achieved maturity.
• Nose : Bursting blackcurrant, plum and blackberry, enhanced by cedar, light tobacco, spice box and a mineral tension recalling graphite.
• Palate : Generous attack, core of juicy fruit and tight but polished tannins. Balance between power and freshness, long and savory finish lingering on dark fruit and fine woody essences.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 16 et 18°C in large wine glasses to promote aeration and reveal aromatic nuances. Careful aeration or decanting before serving helps soften the tannic framework and enhance complexity. Store bottles in a quiet, dark place at a constant temperature to support the steady evolution of this age-worthy wine over many years.

Accords mets et vin

• Aperitifs : delicate charcuterie, shavings of robust ham, gougères with mature cheese.
• Starters : hand-cut beef tartare, game terrine, sautéed cep mushrooms with a rich jus.
• Main courses : herb-roasted rack of lamb, dry-aged ribeye, braised chuck, spiced pigeon.
• Cheese : aged Comté, old mimolette, mountain tomme, clothbound cheddar.
• Desserts : lightly sweetened dark chocolate dome, spiced poached pears to play on contrast.

Moments de dégustation

Château Pichon Baron de Longueville 2020 is the ideal companion:

• To celebrate at a fine dining table where gastronomy meets a reference cru.
• During a collectors' tasting dedicated to high-lineage Médocs.
• As an exceptional gift for a knowledgeable enthusiast who appreciates age-worthy wines.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Château Pichon Baron de Longueville 2020
• Appellation : Pauillac AOC
• Classification : 2nd Grand Cru Classé
• Type : Red wine
• Vintage : 2020
• Grape varieties : Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot (Cabernet-dominant)
• Profile : powerful, structured, long finish
• Key aromas : blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, tobacco, mineral graphite
• Cellaring : wine for long-term ageing in the cellar
• Serving temperature : 16–18°C