91 -94 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 1995

Pichon-Lalande has fashioned one of the great successes of the vintage. Only 50% of the harvest was utilized in the final blend, which consists of 35% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Cabernet Franc, and 8% Petit-Verdot. On the three occasions I tasted the 1994 it was consistently glorious, exhibiting a saturated purple color, and a stunningly pure, rich nose of black raspberries and cassis intermingled with scents of smoke, licorice, and minerals. Medium to full-bodied, with a wonderful sweet mid-palate, this powerful, authoritatively-flavored, elegant, complex wine possesses sweet tannin, gorgeous delineation to its component parts, and a finish that lasts nearly 45 seconds. It is hard to compare the 1994 to other recent Pichon-Lalande vintages. It does not possess the weight or softness of the 1982 or 1983, but it is more concentrated and rich than the 1985 or 1990, more approachable and flattering than the 1986, and more structured than the 1989. For Pichon-Lalande fans, 1994 will be a must purchase. Proprietor Madame de Lencquesaing informed me there is now a third label being produced so the second wine, Comtesse de Lalande, will not contain every cuvee deemed unacceptable for the grand vin. The 1994 Pichon-Lalande should drink well in 4-5 years and last for 20-25. Very Impressive!

91 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 1997

One of the stars of the vintage, this opaque purple-colored wine possesses a gorgeously perfumed, exotic, smoky, blackcurrant, Asian spice, and sweet vanillin-scented bouquet. It is followed by thick, rich, moderately tannic flavors that exhibit medium to full body, good structure, outstanding purity, and a classically layered, long, pure finish. This terrific Pichon-Lalande should evolve effortlessly for 18-20 years. Anticipated maturity: 2001-2020.

91 -93 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 1996

Pichon-Lalande's 1994 should not be forgotten in the rush to buy the sumptuous, superstar 1995. I tasted the former wine three times in late March and it was superb on each occasion. The dark ruby/purple color is followed by a captivating nose of sweet, jammy red and black fruits, vanilla, caramel, and spice. Medium to full-bodied, with a sweet mid-palate crammed with fruit, this beautifully-textured, voluptuous wine possesses superb concentration, outstanding balance, and a long, rich finish. There are no hard edges (unusual for a 1994), so I suspect this wine will be delicious to drink in its youth. The stuffing and power are present for two decades of evolution. To put it in the context of other recent Pichon-Lalande vintages, it is vastly superior to the 1990, as well as richer than the 1988 and 1985!

88 points,

Wine Spectator, November 1997

An extremely well-balanced and well-crafted wine. Shows impressive dried cherry, cassis and dried herb character. Medium-bodied, with silky tannins and a mineral, cassis aftertaste. Better after 2000.

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