The Château Pichon Baron of Pauillac of Bordeaux
The Château Pichon Baron is one of the largest wineries in the world. It offers 7 wines for sale in of Pauillac to come and discover on site or to buy online.
Château Pichon Baron is a second growth classified winery located in Pauillac, within the prestigious Bordeaux vineyard in France. The estate extends over more than 90 hectares and comprises vineyards, the majority of which were planted after the phylloxera. The vine composition includes a high proportion of cabernet sauvignon (65%), complemented by merlot (30%) and cabernet franc (5%). The various plots of the estate offer a variety of microclimates, allowing the vines to produce very complex grapes. The clay and sandy-clay soil provides a unique quality to the essence of the Château Pichon Baron wine. The wine produced on the estate is under the name of Château Pichon Baron, and received the title of second growth in 1855. Its dense and ripe fruit, complemented by a tannic structure and an oaky flavor, is a perfect example of what one can expect from a high-quality wine. It is often described as intense, full-bodied, deep, and complex. Château Pichon Baron does not only produce a grand vin, it also produces a second wine, named "Les Héritiers de Pichon Baron", which is also interesting. The estate is managed by the Rouzau-Larrivet family, who purchased it in 1925. The family has devoted a great deal of care and attention to wine production and has developed a complex winemaking and maturation process that supports them to this day. Since its creation, the château has received numerous awards and accolades, making it one of the most famous and respected estates in France. It is regularly rated among the best classed growths. With its rich past and tradition of quality, Château Pichon Baron is the ideal place for those looking to immerse themselves in the world of transforming grapes into a high-quality finished product.
