{"product_id":"chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-2017","title":"Chateau Pichon Longueville Baron 2017","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is both weighty and stylish. Its power comes from luscious black fruits that are juicy and powerful. Expect this wine to age well and drink from 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot aged 18 months in 80% new French oak, the 2017 Chateau Pichon-Longueville Baron sports a vivid purple hue as well as gorgeous notes of creme de cassis and black raspberry fruits are interwoven with classic Pauillac lead pencil, crushed rocks, chocolate, and violet notes. Full-bodied and concentrated, yet elegant and seamless, it has remarkable purity, flawless tannins, beautifully integrated acidity, and an excellent finish. It will hit the early stages of prime drinking in 7-8 years and cruise for 20-25 years or more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe currants, blackberries and spices are very pretty here on the nose. The palate is medium-to-full-bodied with round, compact tannins and a fresh, linear finish. Cool and racy. Strong and focused. Drink after 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComposed of 79% Cabernet Sauvignon and 21% Merlot aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, 80% new, the deep garnet-purple coloured 2017 Pichon-Longueville Baron slips sensuously out of the glass with provocative cherry preserves, baked raspberries and fresh blackcurrants scents, leading to nuances of red roses, charcoal, tilled soil and cardamom plus a waft of the forest floor. Medium-bodied, the palate is elegant, refreshing and refined, with a compelling line of soft, grainy tannins and lots of perfumed accents, finishing fragrant.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"300859 - Bonvin Wine \u0026 Spirits Merchants Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43139032285271,"sku":"880464-2017","price":343.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2479\/4148\/files\/4580481-Chateau-Pichon-Baron.jpg?v=1778594237","url":"https:\/\/zyn.ca\/products\/chateau-pichon-longueville-baron-2017","provider":"ZYN THE WINE MARKET LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}