Château Pichon

Historic Building and Vinyard in Bordeaux

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Château Pichon refers to two prestigious wine estates in the Pauillac appellation of Bordeaux: Château Pichon Longueville Baron and Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande. Originally part of a single estate, the property was divided in 1850, with Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville taking one section and his sisters inheriting the other. Both estates were classified as Deuxième Cru (Second Growths) in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, solidifying their reputations among Bordeaux’s finest wines. Château Pichon Baron is known for its powerful, structured wines, while Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande is often described as more elegant and refined.

Château Pichon Baron spans 73 hectares, planted primarily with Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (35%), and smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The estate underwent significant renovations after being acquired by AXA Millésimes in 1987, modernizing its winemaking facilities while preserving its historic château. The wines are known for their deep concentration, firm tannins, and exceptional aging potential. Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande, on the other hand, has a slightly higher proportion of Merlot, contributing to its softer, more approachable style. Both estates produce second wines—Les Tourelles de Longueville for Pichon Baron and Réserve de la Comtesse for Pichon Comtesse.

Beyond their winemaking excellence, both Château Pichon Baron and Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande are admired for their stunning architecture and rich history. The Pichon Baron château, built in 1851, features an imposing Renaissance-inspired design with two iconic turrets, making it one of the most recognizable estates in Bordeaux. Château Pichon Comtesse de Lalande, meanwhile, has maintained a tradition of producing wines with finesse and balance, often rivaling First Growths in quality. Whether enjoyed young or aged for decades, both Pichon estates remain benchmarks for Pauillac wines, attracting collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.

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