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A compelling second growth from Pauillac known for elegance & depth
The Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2021 stands as a compelling expression of Pauillac Bordeaux from one of the appellation’s most revered estates. Classified Deuxième Cru Classé in the 1855 Bordeaux classification, Pichon Comtesse combines historic pedigree with modern precision. The 2021 vintage, despite extremely low yields, delivers a wine of rare balance, finesse and structure that appeals to collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Historic Pauillac Second Growth with a Distinctive Style
Pichon Comtesse occupies one of the highest positions in Bordeaux’s Left Bank hierarchy. Unlike some Pauillac neighbours that favour sheer power, Pichon Comtesse is known for elegance, aromatic clarity and generous mid-palate depth — a signature often described as *“sensuous” and refined within Pauillac’s classic framework.
Limited Production, Extremely Low Yields
The 2021 vintage was challenging across Bordeaux, resulting in yields as low as ~15 hl/ha — roughly 70 % below normal — which concentrated flavours and enhanced phenolic maturity despite vintage adversity.
Cabernet-Driven, Balanced Blend
This wine is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (~88 %), with Cabernet Franc (~10 %) and a small percentage of Merlot (~2 %), a blend that delivers classic Pauillac structure with refined tannins, saline minerality, and aromatic complexity.
Modern Classic but Age-worthy
Barrel ageing (often ~18 months with ~60 % new oak) and structured tannins point to extended cellaring potential. Critics suggest the 2021 will continue to develop positively over decades in the cellar.
Across major critics, the 2021 Pichon Comtesse has earned consistently high scores — a strong indicator of its quality:
