Pauillac 2016 Les Griffons de Pichon Baron

Overview

Dark and deep color. On the nose emerges dark fruit (blackberries and cherries), spicy notes and nuances of toasted wood. On the palate it is enveloping and well balanced, while the texture of the tannins is creamy. Overall it is harmonious and distinctive

Details

Denomination of origin	AOC Pauillac, Bordeaux
Grape varieties	52% cabernet sauvignon, 48% merlot
Vineyard	Pauillac. Grapes coming from the oldest vineyards of the estate's historic terroir, with gravel in the deepest layers
Harvest	Manual, selective at the beginning of October
Vinification	Controlled temperature fermentation followed by a maceration period of 19-27 days, depending on the vineyard.
Wood education	18 months in French oak barrels, of which 60% new and 40% already used.
Taste impression	Dark and deep color. On the nose emerges dark fruit (blackberries and cherries), spicy notes and nuances of toasted wood. On the palate it is enveloping and well balanced, while the texture of the tannins is creamy. Overall it is harmonious and distinctive
Flavor type	Intense and complex
Alcohol	13.50%
Serving temperature	16°C
Ideal consumption	Up to 40 years after the harvest

More Information

SKU	AFB060216
Packaging	Wooden box of 6
Color	Red
Vintage	2016
Country of origin	France
Type	Dry Wine
Winemaker	Château Pichon Baron
Content	750 ml
Style	Rich and complex
Agriculture	Conventional
Varieties	Cabernet Sauvignon
Seal	Cork
Wineregion France	Bordeaux
Appellation France	AOC Pauillac