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Jeb Dunnuck
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2022 Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande – Pauillac Second Growth
The 2022 Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a masterclass in Pauillac elegance and power. As one of Bordeaux’s most admired Second Growth estates, Pichon Comtesse is celebrated for crafting Cabernet Sauvignon-dominant wines of remarkable finesse. The 2022 vintage reflects the château’s signature style—luxuriously textured, aromatically complex, and built for decades of graceful aging.
Tasting Notes
Intense aromas of blackcurrant, violet, and graphite emerge, supported by layers of cassis, dark chocolate, and cedar spice. The palate is structured yet polished, with fine-grained tannins and exceptional purity of fruit. A lingering finish reveals subtle notes of tobacco and crushed stone, hallmarks of Pauillac’s deep gravel terroir.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Located on Pauillac’s southern border, the estate’s vineyards span deep gravel soils over limestone and clay, producing Cabernet Sauvignon of great aromatic intensity. The 2022 blend is led by Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot adding suppleness and aromatic lift. Fermentation took place in temperature-controlled vats, followed by aging in French oak barrels—most of which were new—to achieve a harmonious balance of fruit and oak.
Investment & Collectibility
With a long track record of high critical acclaim and strong performance on the secondary market, Pichon Comtesse is a cornerstone of Bordeaux collecting. The 2022 vintage, shaped by a warm, dry growing season, promises both early approachability and long-term cellaring potential. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2022 Pauillac vintage is marked by concentrated fruit, refined tannins, and freshness despite a hot summer. Cool nights preserved acidity and aromatic vibrancy, resulting in a wine of both density and precision—a hallmark of exceptional Bordeaux years.







