Ch. Pichon Baron, 2nd Growth Grand Cru Classe, Pauillac, 2010 Red Wine, 75cL, Bordeaux, FranceBy Winebuyers

1 x 75cl. The Pichon Baron estate was founded in 1694 by Baron Jacques Pichon de Longueville and his wife Therese. In 1850 the property was divided in two. Baron Raoul Pichon de Longueville’s section became the Pichon Baron estate. The second section, belonging to his three sisters, became Pichon Comtesse. A century and a half later the estate was acquired by AXA Millesimes who invested heavily in renovating the whole operation. Pichon Baron is one of Bordeaux’ very best 2nd Growth estates. The 73 hectares of vineyards are located immediately inland from Chateau Latour’s vineyards in the southern part of Pauillac and are planted with 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the remainder is Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Pichon Baron’s wines are known for being more muscular, tannic, and full-bodied.