2021 Chateau Pichon Lalande

經典 Pauillac 範式——力量與細緻同時到位。

為什麼選它？
1) 名莊加持 -> 2eme Grand Cru Classé，年份與選果用心，收藏與聚會都體面。
2) 力度不失優雅 -> 深色果實與礦物感並存，單寧有力但層次分明，能存放升華。
3) 細膩釀法 -> 全程重力流作業、分段取汁與長期橡木熟成，結構穩定又不搶果味。

侍酒師私房筆記：打開是熟黑醋栗、黑莓、花香與石墨的第一波訊號，入喉先是絲滑的果核感，隨即被緊緻的、帶粉感的單寧抓住，酸度鮮明推動酒體前行。年輕時建議醒90分鐘，想追柔順口感可以收於酒窖數年再打開。

釀造與田地：Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 位於 Médoc 的碎石砂礫上，底層黏土保水，海風與河口微氣候賦予葡萄清爽礦感。2021 年產量極低（只有約15 hl/ha），篩選嚴格，橡木熟成約18個月，木味與果實融洽。

場景化配餐指南：週末在中環小館配一塊乾式熟成肋眼，或與好友分享鹿肉主菜與濃縮肉汁；亦適合宴請客戶、送禮或重要紀念日開瓶。

降維打擊對比：與同級大牌比，這支更直接表現 Pauillac 的經典骨架與陳年潛力，但常見價格更具吸引力——收藏性價比高。

Soul Hook: A Pauillac classic — precision and power in one bottle.

Why choose it?
1) Estate pedigree -> 2eme Grand Cru Classé pedigree and focused terroir expression for collectors and special dinners.
2) Concentration with finesse -> intense black fruit and graphite framed by polished but assertive tannins; ages superbly.
3) Thoughtful winemaking -> gravity-flow vinification and careful press selection deliver balance between structure and elegance.

Producer & Vineyard Notes: Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande sits on classic Médoc gravel over clay, protected by a favorable microclimate. Owned by May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, the estate prioritises low yields (notably tiny 2021 yields) and meticulous selection to showcase Pauillac’s mineral, cassis-driven profile.

Winemaking & Maturation: Fermented with a gravity-flow approach; free-run and press fractions managed separately to craft ideal structure. Aged ~18 months in oak, the élevage integrates toast and cedar without overwhelming the fruit.

Tasting Note: Aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, violet, graphite, tobacco and subtle mint lead into a palate that is vibrant and chalky — fine-grained but gripping tannins, lively acidity and concentrated dark-fruit core. Long, mineral-driven finish with cigar-box and spice echoes.

Sommelier’s Note: Give it ~90 minutes in a wide decanter if drinking young; otherwise cellar to 2028+ for silkier texture. Ideal for a landmark Hong Kong dinner — think dry-aged ribeye or venison with jus. Serve at ~16–18°C.

Occasion: Anniversary dinners, corporate gifting, or a special Cantonese roast night where structure meets savoury fat.

Competitive Edge: Delivers Pauillac-class structure and ageing potential often at a better value than top-tier first growths — a collector’s choice for medium- to long-term cellaring.

Specification

• Alcohol %: 12.9 - 14.5%
• Decant Time: 90 minutes
• Taste: blackcurrant, blackberry, graphite, tobacco, violet, mint, licorice, cedar, spice, chalky tannins, fresh acidity, long finish
• Food Matching: Ribeye steak, Rump steak, Steak frites, Beef and venison, Aged hard cheeses (e.g. Lincolnshire Poacher)
• Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon : 88%, Merlot : 2%, Cabernet Franc : 10%,

Winery

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 為歷史悠久的 2eme Grand Cru Classé，莊園重視低產量與地塊分級挑選，既保留傳統風格，也導入現代化的重力流釀造與嚴格分級，展現 Pauillac 經典礫石風味。

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande — a historic 2eme Grand Cru Classé estate managed with a focus on low yields, parcel selection and classical Pauillac expression. Owned by May-Eliane de Lencquesaing, the domaine blends tradition with careful modern vinification.