Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande – Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2005 – Pauillac Bordeaux France

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2005 is a classic Second Growth Pauillac from one of Bordeaux’s great vintages, marrying Cabernet-driven structure with remarkable finesse, aromatic complexity, and finely polished tannins.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape(s): 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot
• Region / Appellation: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2005
• Producer: Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
• Classification: Deuxième Cru Classé, 1855 Classification
• Style: Dry, full-bodied Left Bank Bordeaux red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Nose: Cassis and fresh red fruit layered with cedar, cinnamon, tobacco, rose, and subtle savory spice
• Taste: Refined and precise, with ripe blackcurrant, red fruit, tobacco, and mineral-toned Pauillac depth
• Texture: Silky and finely structured, with polished tannins and well-judged acidity
• Finish: Long, fresh, and elegant, with lingering cedar, fruit, floral, and spice notes

The 2005 vintage captures what makes Pichon Comtesse so distinctive: the authority and structure of Pauillac delivered with unusual grace. Now mature, the wine shows layers of cedar, tobacco, cassis, spice, and floral nuance while retaining freshness and shape.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A benchmark vintage from one of Pauillac’s most celebrated Second Growth estates
• Cabernet Sauvignon provides classic structure while Merlot and Cabernet Franc add suppleness and aromatic lift
• The 2005 combines mature complexity with enough freshness and structure to remain compelling in the cellar
• A beautifully balanced expression of Pauillac power and Pichon Comtesse elegance

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Roast lamb or rack of lamb
• Beef tenderloin, ribeye, or prime rib
• Duck breast with mushrooms
• Braised short ribs
• Aged Comté or other firm cow’s-milk cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors seeking a mature classified-growth Bordeaux from an outstanding vintage
✓ Pauillac lovers who value cassis, cedar, tobacco, floral detail, and finely structured tannins
✓ Drinkers who want Bordeaux power tempered by elegance and precision
✕ Not ideal if you want a simple, fruit-forward red without tertiary complexity
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very light-bodied, low-structure wines

🏅 Critical Acclaim

• Decanter: 96 points
• Wine Advocate: 95 points
• Wine Enthusiast: 95 points

🏡 Production

The 2005 blend is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Petit Verdot. The château’s Pauillac terroir is based on deep gravel soils over clay, supporting the Cabernet-led structure and refined texture that define the estate’s Grand Vin.