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Chateau Pichon Baron 2eme Cru Classe

Pichon Baron 2012

Pichon Baron

Case Format: 3x150cl

Max score: 94.0

Back in 1987, the insurance company AXA decided to enter the wine business and purchased Château Pichon Baron which was in need of investment. AXA saw the outstanding potential of the property and realised that it was an opportunity too good to miss. The Château was restored, machine-harvesting was ended, and over the years the size of the vineyards has been increased. More importantly, quality has improved swiftly, and now once again truly excellent wines are being produced – even in tougher vintages. Under the direction of Christian Seely, quality has never been higher than it is today, partly thanks to ever more rigorous selection in the vineyard.

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CRITIC REVIEWS

92
Stephen Brook

As a vintage, 2012 was similar to 2014, but with a notch less intensity and ripeness. The nose is muted, with blackcurrant and blackberry aromas. Its oaky but stylish, with some torrefied notes. Rich and full-bodied, the palate is velvety and concentrated, with imposing fruit. Its more forward and shows less tension than 2014, but has a lot of structure for the vintage. Supple tannins on the long finish.

17
James Lawther MW

Youthful crimson with a slightly watery rim. More flattering than 2011, the nose fresh and lifted, the accent on the fruit. Pure and juicy on the palate, long and driven. Elegance over power. Not the biggest but harmonious. (JL)

DELIVERY INFORMATION

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MAX CRITIC SCORE

94.0

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