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Pichon Reserve Comtesse 2023 - Pauillac 2023

Name: Pichon Reserve Comtesse 2023 - Pauillac
Brand: Pauillac
SKU: Sagna-969/23
Price: 76.59 EUR
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60% Cabernet Sauvignon; 30% Merlot; 5% Petit Verdot; 5% Cabernet Franc · Pichon Comtesse Réserve 2023 · 75 cl · 2023

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76,59 €

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Technical information

Producer	Pauillac
Name	Pichon Comtesse Réserve 2023
Variety	60% Cabernet Sauvignon; 30% Merlot; 5% Petit Verdot; 5% Cabernet Franc
Vintage	2023
Gradation	13.0%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Blackcurrant, black cherry, violet, cedar, graphite
Vinification method	Parcel vinification; fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless tanks
Region	Bordeaux
Production area	Pauillac (Médoc), Bordeaux
Country	France
Type	Second wine (Pauillac)
Aging	12 months in barriques (50% new)
Type of cask	French barriques (50% new)
Color	Deep garnet red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Drink 2027-2035
Pairing	Roast lamb, steak, duck, aged cheeses

Descrizione

The Pichon Reserve Comtesse 2023 from Pauillac presents a restrained, measured profile without extravagance. In the glass it shows a deep ruby colour; on the nose it offers impressions of red and black fruit, accompanied by more subdued spicy notes and light earthy hints. The persistence is pleasant without pretension and the sip brings its elements together with restraint, inviting attentive tasting rather than immediate declarations. The aromatic progression is driven by a balance of freshness and structure, with tannins that are clearly present but not aggressive.

On the palate it aligns with expectations for a wine of character: the tannic frame supports the drinking experience while the acidity keeps everything lively, allowing pairings with grilled meats, stews and medium-aged cheeses. A light decanting is recommended to encourage aromatic opening; serving temperature 16–18 °C, preferably in larger glasses. It suits both relatively young consumption and cautious cellar ageing over a few years, depending on personal preference. Suitable for convivial meals but also for more formal occasions.

The winery

Pauillac – Winery in Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux

Discover the story and wines of Pauillac.

A communal appellation of the Médoc (Bordeaux), renowned for structured, elegant red wines, with a strong presence of Châteaux classified in 1855.

Region: Haut-Médoc, Bordeaux

Country: France

Grapes: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Malbec, Carménère

AOC appellation recognized since 1936. It is home to three of the 1855 classification's Premier Cru classés. A predominance of Cabernet Sauvignon in the blends, with wines known for their structure and aging potential. Soils: mainly gravel, sand and clay; temperate oceanic climate. Approximately 47 producers and a vineyard area of 1,200–1,222 hectares.

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Winery history

Pauillac established its reputation thanks to port trade along the Gironde and the famed 1855 Classification, which elevated numerous local châteaux. The appellation was officially recognized as an AOC in 1936 and has since built a strong international reputation for its age-worthy wines.

Production philosophy

Pauillac expresses a winemaking style focused on structure, concentration and ageing potential. Viticulture and vinification aim to showcase the gravelly terroir of the Left Bank, with blends dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon to achieve power and elegance.

Terroir and vineyards

Located on the left bank of the Gironde in the Haut-Médoc, the area is characterized by gravelly soils mixed with sand and clay, marked topographical variation and a temperate oceanic climate that favor the ripening of red wine grapes.