2025, Château Pichon Baron, PAUILLAC, 2ème Grand Cru Classé

2nd growth 1855

This great 73 hectare vineyard has been producing top class Pauillac since the late 1980's when Jean-Michel Cazes of Lynch Bages took control and re-vitalised the property. In recent years, under the ownership of AXA insurance, Englishman Christian Seely has been in charge and quality continues to rise.

2025 is 84% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot

Silky, aromatic and layered in the glass, the 2025 Pichon Baron is a total stunner. What a wine. Sweet red cherry/plum fruit, blood orange and rose petal are some of the many notes that caress the palate. Hints of pomegranate, mint and exotic spice appear later, adding layers of nuance. The wine's striking mid-palate sweetness and overall balance are the stuff dreams are made of. This is exquisite. 2035 - 2065. 96-98 Antonio Galloni, Vinous

A very structured red with intense tannins, finishing polished and refined. It's medium-to-full-bodied with super creamy tannins and a long finish. Granular tannins. 96-97 James Suckling.

Restrained power, elegant fine grained tannins, gentle extraction at 26C, rosebuds evident. This has clear Pauillac character, coupled with the finesse and drinkability of the vintage. Again the anise and slate that I have seen in a number of the best wines this year. Very impressive. 70% new oak. 2nd year in a row with low yields. 2034-2048. 97 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux