2016 Réserve de la Comtesse, Pauillac, Bordeaux

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

The second wine of Ch. Pichon Longueville has great energy and lift this year. Dark ruby in hue, the nose has notes of spice and dark fruits. The palate is suave and sensual. Incredibly well balanced, it has a velvet-like texture, then – bang! – it hits you with a burst of concentration and fine tannins.

Berry Bros. & Rudd