Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2012 bordeaux • James Suckling: 93 points

• James Suckling: 93 points (2020 vintage)

with the nearby Dordogne and Garonne rivers moderating temperatures and reducing the risk of frost

it also possesses the structure to develop additional complexity with short-term cellaring

which adds complexity and structure

to achieve the desired structure and elegance

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2012 bordeaux • James Suckling: 93 pointsWinery Background and History Chteau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, often referred to as Pichon Lalande, is a distinguished Second Growth estate in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux, France. Established in the late 17th century, the chteau has a storied history of producing wines that exemplify the elegance and complexity characteristic of the region. In 2007, the estate was acquired by the Rouzaud family, owners of Louis Roederer, marking