2005 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JA 96 NM 95 TWI 95 WE 95 JS 93 WS 93
JA 96

janeanson.com, June 2022

Love the colour of this, deep damson, generous and enticing. The tannins are just astonishingly finessed and generous, chocolate, cedar, cocoa bean, so well constructed, combining depth to the fruit with feather-pillow...
NM 95

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, February 2015

The Château Pichon-Lalande 2005 that was so divisive at birth but as I expected right from the beginning, this is maturing into a lovely Pauillac. It offers compelling tobacco and graphite scents on the nose, belying the...
TWI 95

The Wine Independent, November 2022

A blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot, the 2005 Pichon Lalande is deep garnet-brick in color. It prances out with a gorgeous perfume of rose oil, licorice, and...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, June 2008

In recent years, Pichon Comtesse has developed an elegance all its own, with great style, smoothing out the real intensity of the wine. This 2005 continues in that tradition, a spice, fruity wine, which has restraint as...
JS 93

jamessuckling.com, October 2012

What a nose on this, with orchids and currants, this is very perfumed and pretty. Full-bodied, with bright and lively acidity. Rose petals and citrus fruit on the palate give way to a long and intense finish. Wait and see...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, March 2008

Beautiful currant berry and licorice aromas follow through to a full body with tar and berry character fine tannins and a long finish. I was expecting a little more from this but it's still outstanding. Best after 2013. -JS

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pauillac
Vintage 2005
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13%
Closure Cork

The 2005 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a Bordeaux blend that hails from the prestigious Pauillac region in France. This red wine, with its deep crimson color, is a true expression of elegance and sophistication. It comes in a cork closure, preserving the authenticity and tradition of the winemaking process.

On the nose, this wine reveals beautiful currant berry and licorice aromas that captivate the senses. As the wine opens up, it unveils compelling tobacco and graphite scents, showcasing its complexity and depth. The Merlot content in this blend adds a touch of reserved richness that harmonizes perfectly with the other varietals.

On the palate, the 2005 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is medium-bodied, with fine tannins and well-judged acidity. It offers a silky and smooth texture that glides effortlessly across the palate. The flavors of tar, berry, and spice are balanced and integrated, providing a multi-dimensional tasting experience.

Renowned wine critics have praised this vintage for its exceptional quality. Wine Spectator awarded it an impressive score of 93, stating that it is "outstanding" and recommending it to be enjoyed after 2013. Neal Martin's Wine Journal gave it a score of 95, describing it as "sophisticated and refined" with an "effortlessness quality." Wine Enthusiast also awarded it a score of 95, highlighting its elegance and hidden power.

As the wine continues to age, it gains more complexity and potential for development. Jane Anson, one of the most respected wine critics, gave it a score of 96 and praised its generous and enticing qualities. She noted the astonishingly finessed tannins and the combination of depth in fruit flavors with feather-pillow tannins.

The 2005 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a wine that promises a remarkable experience, both in its current state and in the years to come. It showcases the artistry and craftsmanship of the renowned producer and represents the essence of Bordeaux winemaking at its finest.