Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

The Soul of Pauillac – Second Grand Cru Classé

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Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, located in the heart of the Pauillac appellation, is an iconic Médoc wine estate recognized worldwide for its exceptional wines. Classified as a Second Growth in 1855, this historic estate produces wines that are both complex and refined, revealing the character of a unique terroir. Combining tradition, innovation, and respect for the environment, Château Pichon Comtesse makes wines distinguished by their depth and elegance.

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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2019 OWC
6 in stock
115556
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
98/100
96/100
18.5/20
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2019 OWC

€180.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€150.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2020 OWC
12 in stock
115557
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
95/100
97/100
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2020 OWC

€186.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€155.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2022 OWC
12 in stock
115559
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
100/100
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2022 OWC

€222.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€185.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1978 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
124181
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
High shoulder
92/100
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1978 - 10% OFF!

€183.60 inc-VAT per bottle €204.00 inc-VAT -10%
€153.00 ex-VAT
Réserve de La Comtesse 1995
26 in stock
124201
Red
75cl
88/100
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Réserve de La Comtesse 1995

€75.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€62.50 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1997
Last one !
1 in stock
125208
Red
75cl
88/100
85/100
15/20
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1997

€132.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€110.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 1986 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
9 in stock
126492
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Very High Shoulder
95/100
17/20
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Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 1986 - PROMO -5% !

€256.50 inc-VAT per bottle €270.00 inc-VAT -5%
€213.75 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Baron 2010
6 in stock
129136
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 6
96/100
95/100
19/20
18/20
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Pichon Longueville Baron 2010

€180.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€150.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1998
3 in stock
129472
Red
75cl
88/100
18/20
17.5/20
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1998

€156.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€130.00 ex-VAT
Réserve de la Comtesse 2001 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
5 in stock
129473
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
87-88/100
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Réserve de la Comtesse 2001 - PROMO -5% !

€79.80 inc-VAT per bottle €84.00 inc-VAT -5%
€66.50 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2001
3 in stock
129740
Red
75cl
93/100
92/100
17/20
16/20
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2001

€162.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€135.00 ex-VAT
Réserve de la Comtesse 2001
6 in stock
129746
Red
75cl
87-88/100
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Réserve de la Comtesse 2001

€84.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€70.00 ex-VAT
Réserve de la Comtesse 2016
4 in stock
129747
Red
75cl
90/100
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Réserve de la Comtesse 2016

€54.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€45.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1996
New
2 in stock
133227
Red
75cl
97/100
18/20
18.5/20
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Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1996

€300.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€250.00 ex-VAT
Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2001
New
3 in stock
133228
Red
75cl
93/100
92/100
17/20
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pauillac

Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2001

€162.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€135.00 ex-VAT
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Frequently Asked Questions

Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande benefits from a rare geographical singularity within the appellation. It possesses one of the finest terroirs in Pauillac, with soils composed of gravel ridges over clay and a microclimate influenced, on one side, by the Gironde Estuary and, on the other, by the Atlantic Ocean. Another notable particularity: of the 73 hectares of vines, 11 hectares lie within the commune of Saint-Julien, which lends this wine an inimitable finesse. This unique configuration, unmatched among neighbouring classified growths, contributes directly to the distinctive elegance recognised in every vintage.

The history of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is deeply intertwined with the Pichon Longueville family. The original estate was established in the 17th century by Pierre de Mazure de Rauzan. In 1850, the estate was divided among the heirs of Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville. The share going to his three daughters, including Virginie de Pichon Longueville, wife of Comte Henri de Lalande, became Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande. In 1925, the estate was acquired by the Miailhe brothers, before May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, daughter of Edouard Miailhe, received this beautiful wine estate in 1978 and devoted herself entirely to it, continuing the work of the Comtesse de Lalande. Since 2007, the Rouzaud family, owner of the Maison de Champagne Louis Roederer, has given the château a new impetus, perpetuating a tradition of excellence carried forward by passionate figures.

Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande produces wines built for long ageing. Among the finest vintages are notably 2016, 2015, 2010, 2009, 2005, 2000, 1996, 1986, 1983 and 1982. The 2022 vintage has generated particular enthusiasm: this ultra-refined, floral and elegant wine, with silky tannins, has the potential to equal or even surpass the 2019 and 2016 vintages.

Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is classified as a Deuxième Grand Cru Classé in the official 1855 Bordeaux wine classification. This prestigious rank, which it shares with a handful of chosen Médoc estates, does not, however, fully capture its true standing in the world of wine. Since the late 1970s, the estate's reputation has reached that of a "super second" and a "near first", owing to the consistency of its quality. Wine Spectator has moreover awarded it the title of "Second Cru de Première Classe", a rare recognition that perfectly illustrates its level of excellence.

The variety and proportion of grape varieties at Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande are unique within the appellation. The blend is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (64%), which provides structure and depth. It is complemented by Merlot (27%), which contributes roundness and suppleness, as well as Cabernet Franc (6%) and Petit Verdot (3%), which add touches of complexity and spice. The proportion of Merlot, unusually generous for a great Pauillac, is one of the estate's historical signatures and partly explains the seductive appeal its wines display from a young age.

The estate also produces a second wine, the Réserve de la Comtesse, offering a more accessible and fruity expression of the terroir. This wine, crafted with the same care as the fine wine, allows you to discover the soul of the estate at an earlier stage of its life. On the gastronomic side, the wines of Château Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande pair perfectly with roast lamb, beef Wellington, game such as roe deer or hind, as well as braised dishes such as bœuf bourguignon or navarin of lamb. The Réserve de la Comtesse, more supple and more accessible, will be ideal with herb-roasted poultry or a rack of lamb in a crust, from its first years in the bottle.

The History of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

The history of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande begins in the late 17th century with Pierre Desmezures de Rauzan, a wine merchant and manager of the prestigious Latour and Margaux estates. In 1689, he purchased vines near Château Latour, forming the core of what would become the Pichon Longueville estate. A few years later, when his daughter Thérèse married Jacques de Pichon, Baron de Longueville, the vines became part of her dowry, laying the foundations for the wine estate.

In 1850, shortly before his death, Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville divided the property among his children. Two-fifths of the estate went to his sons, giving rise to Pichon Baron, while the remaining three-fifths went to his daughters, marking the birth of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande. The estate takes its name from one of these heirs, Virginie Pichon, Countess of Lalande, who had the château built and worked to establish the wine’s reputation.

The château then changed hands several times before being acquired in 1925 by the brothers Louis and Édouard Miailhe, both wine brokers. They restored the estate to its former glory, and from 1978 their descendant, May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, brought Château Pichon Comtesse to international prominence. In 2007, the Rouzaud family, owners of the Champagne house Louis Roederer, purchased the estate and continued its pursuit of excellence under the direction of Nicolas Glumineau, who has led it since 2012.

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse has earned high scores from Robert Parker, including 100/100 for the 1982 and 2016 vintages and 98/100 for 2019, confirming its reputation among Pauillac’s grands crus.

Terroir and Vines of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

The terroir of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande plays a key role in the character of its wines. Located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Gironde estuary, in the southern part of the Pauillac appellation on the Left Bank, the vineyard covers 102 hectares. Its soils consist of gravel rises over clay, formed as waters receded during the Quaternary period. These poor, well-drained soils provide ideal conditions for growing vines, allowing the grapes to ripen fully and the terroir to express itself.

Notably, 11 hectares of vines lie in the neighboring commune of Saint-Julien, lending the wines of Château Pichon Comtesse a distinctive character. The vines, averaging 35 years of age, are planted at a density of 9,100 vines per hectare, ensuring exceptional concentration of aromas and flavors.

Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the vineyard’s grape varieties (64%), bringing structure and depth to the wines. It is complemented by Merlot (27%), which contributes roundness and suppleness, and smaller proportions of Cabernet Franc (6%) and Petit Verdot (3%), which add touches of complexity and spice. The vineyard has been transitioning to organic farming since 2021, underscoring the estate’s commitment to greater environmental care and sustainable viticulture.

Winemaking at Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Winemaking at Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is meticulous and innovative, aiming to bring out the best of the terroir while preserving the integrity of the grapes. Since 2013, the estate has had an ultramodern vat room with 63 tanks, enabling precise plot-by-plot vinification. This system allows grapes from each vineyard plot to be processed separately, preserving the distinct character of each expression of the terroir.

One innovative aspect of the winemaking process is the use of gravity to move the grapes, must, and wine, avoiding pumping that could affect the quality of the finished wine. After alcoholic fermentation, malolactic fermentation takes place in tanks before the wine is transferred to barrels for aging.

The fine wine of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 50% new and 50% one year old. This oak aging, combined with a medium toast on the barrels, gives the wines subtle vanilla and spice aromas while preserving the freshness and purity of the fruit.

The Cuvées of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

Fine Wine: Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande

The estate’s fine wine, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, is the ultimate expression of finesse and complexity. Made predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon, it stands out for its depth, silky tannins, and exceptional aging potential. Often described as sensual, it offers notes of ripe fruit, tobacco, and earth. It ages beautifully, revealing increasingly complex aromas over time.

Second Wine: Réserve de la Comtesse

La Réserve de la Comtesse, the estate’s second wine, is produced from the vineyard’s youngest plots. Less structured than the fine wine, it remains elegant and approachable in its youth. With fine tannins and a more relaxed palate, it offers an excellent introduction to the estate’s style and immediate drinking pleasure.

Third Wine: Les Gartieux de Pichon Lalande

Produced in limited quantities, Les Gartieux de Pichon Lalande is the estate’s third wine. Made from grapes grown on young vines and selected plots, it reflects the estate’s expertise while being more affordable. It is a wine to enjoy sooner, yet it retains the distinctive quality of the Pauillac terroir.

Experimental White Wine

In 2022, the estate launched an ambitious project: an experimental white wine made from a blend of Chardonnay and Savagnin. The wine is vinified in glass amphorae, preserving the purity of its aromas. The project reflects the innovative spirit of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande and its enduring desire to explore new directions while remaining true to its terroir.

Pauillac, one of the Médoc’s most prestigious appellations, is home to some of Bordeaux’s great wines, with remarkable vintages that have made history. Among its finest vintages are 1975, 1982, 1985, 1986, 1989, and 1990, celebrated for their complexity and longevity. The 1995, 1996, 2000, 2003, and 2005 vintages also stand out for their richness and power. More recently, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 have confirmed Pauillac’s exceptional potential, producing wines that are both elegant and powerful, ideal for long-term aging.

The 1855 Second Growths form a prestigious category of iconic estates that often rival the First Growths in quality. Among them, discover Château Brane-Cantenac and Château Durfort-Vivens, both located in Margaux, as well as Château Lascombes, Château Rauzan-Ségla, and Château Rauzan-Gassies. In Saint-Julien, wine lovers will appreciate the wines of Château Ducru-Beaucaillou, Château Léoville Las Cases, Château Gruaud Larose, and the celebrated Château Léoville Poyferré and Château Léoville Barton. Don’t miss Château Cos d'Estournel and Château Montrose in Saint-Estèphe, or the essential Château Pichon Longueville Baron and Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande in Pauillac. 

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande embodies the excellence of Pauillac’s grands crus. Thanks to an exceptional terroir, a rich history, and expertise passed down through generations, this estate produces wines distinguished by their elegance, complexity, and aging potential. From its fine wine to its Réserve and experimental cuvées, Château Pichon Comtesse continues to shine among the leading names of the Médoc, captivating wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs around the world.

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