Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande ‘Reserve De La Comtesse’, Pauillac 2016

54% Cabernet Sauvignon
37% Merlot
4% Cabernet Franc
5% Petit Verdot

An incredibly luscious, gorgeously balanced and rich Réserve de la Comtesse. They picked right up until the light October rain, waiting until it had passed before continuing. Those extra few days have contributed to the particularly soft and silky quality of the tannins in the Cabernet Sauvignon, which have a gorgeous density to them. This is a serious wine that could stand up against many Médoc grand vins. The blend here is 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot.

James Suckling 94