Pichon Longuevile Baron - 2005 (750ml) Kerner derived from Verzenay

derived from Verzenay

and Indian sarsaparilla to capture the lushness

The exceptionally light ruby/orange color is surprising given the opacity of most wines from this vintage

rich and complex

Gains focus and depth on the finish

Pichon Longuevile Baron - 2005 (750ml) Kerner derived from VerzenayThis is one of the great wines of the vintage, and certainly a candidate for one of the finest wines made at this estate under the management of Christian Seeley and proprietor AXA. Showing incredibly well at two tastings of 2000s, the wine has a dense bluish purple color and a beautiful nose of incense, melted asphalt, and creme de cassis as well as hints of new saddle leather and licorice. It is superbly concentrated and very pure, with excellent