Château Pichon Baron 2022

Château Pichon Baron: An Exquisite Tapestry of Terroir and Elegance

Nestled in the heart of the prestigious Pauillac appellation, Château Pichon Baron is a testament to the unwavering pursuit of excellence in winemaking. This illustrious estate, with its rich heritage and profound connection to the land, weaves a captivating tapestry of terroir and elegance.

Led by a team of dedicated individuals, Château Pichon Baron embodies a collective commitment to the vineyard and its wines. Their unreserved dedication, unwavering consistency, and shared pursuit of excellence converge to create wines revered as some of the greatest in the world.

At the forefront of this passionate team is Christian Seely, who joined AXA Millésimes in 1993 and assumed the role of Managing Director in 2001. With his visionary leadership, he oversees not only the entire group but also the operations of Château Pichon Baron. His steadfast guidance and profound understanding of the wine industry contributes to the estate's continued success.

In May 2022, Pierre Montégut joined Château Pichon Baron as Technical Director, taking the reins from the esteemed Jean-René Matignon, who served as Technical Director for 36 years. Having previously held the position of Technical Director at Château Suduiraut in Sauternes since 2004, Pierre now brings his expertise to Château Pichon Baron, Château Pibran, and Château Suduiraut, enriching the winemaking legacy of these esteemed properties.

Alexandra Lebossé, who joined Château Pichon Baron in 1999, plays a crucial role in the winemaking process. Starting as an Assistant Technical Director and later serving as Cellar Master since 2007, Alexandra assumed the role of Winemaker in 2017. With her deep understanding of the estate's vineyards and meticulous craftsmanship, she plays an integral part in crafting the exceptional wines of Château Pichon Baron.

Aymeric Hervy, who joined Château Pichon Baron in 2017 as Vineyard Manager, oversees the vineyards with dedication and expertise. With his commitment to sustainable practices and vineyard management, Aymeric ensures that the grapes thrive, embodying the essence of the estate's terroir.

Together, this exceptional team at Château Pichon Baron brings their collective knowledge, passion, and expertise to every aspect of the winemaking process. Their shared goal is to produce wines that transcend boundaries, standing among the finest in the world.

Indulge in the timeless elegance of Château Pichon Baron, where the team's dedication and commitment result in wines that reflect the true essence of the Pauillac region. With each bottle, you become part of the legacy of this esteemed estate, experiencing the artistry and excellence that have captivated wine enthusiasts for generations.

"Aromas of sweet dark berries and cherries mingled with notions of cigar wrapper, pencil shavings and licorice introduce the 2022 Pichon-Longueville Baron, a full-bodied, layered and multidimensional wine that's deep, dense and lively, with terrific concentration, sweet tannins and a long, penetrating finish. Integrated and serious, this hints at the lavishness inherent to the vintage, while remaining classic and controlled. This blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Merlot was bottled in June." - William Kelley, The Wine Advocate, (03/07/2025), Ratings: 98

"The 2022 Château Pichon-Longueville Baron is young and unevolved, with a barrel sample-like feel, offering cassis, graphite, liquid violets, and incredible purity. Powerful and structured, it has remarkable depth, rock-solid concentration, and seamless integrated structure and tannins. Based on 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Merlot aged 18 months in 70% new oak, this classically styled, inward Pauillac is one of the most promising wines of the vintage and should evolve for 40+ years." - Jeb Dunnuck, (02/27/2025), Ratings: 98, Drink: 2025-2065

"The 2022 Pichon Baron is one of the most elegant, polished wines I have ever tasted here. Silky and refined, the 2022 is super-impressive right out of the gate. The aromatics alone are mesmerizing. Blood orange, herbs and floral notes lend notable delineation to a core of Cabernet Sauvignon fruit. As I did _en primeur_, I find the wine's balance nothing short of exquisite. There's more freshness and vibrancy here than in the past, along with a noticeably lower oak imprint and more sensual tannins that lend notable sophistication throughout. The Grand Vin spent 16 months in French oak barrels, 70% new, and then two months in wood vats prior to bottling.." - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, (01/28/2025), Ratings: 98

"Wonderfully aromatic and expressive, with dark fruit, floral scents, chocolate, cinnamon and liquorice. Smooth, svelte, bursting with energy. Juicy strawberries and cherries have crunch from fine tannins and mineral edges. Calm and controlled, yet quietly powerful. Fruit and oak emerge over time, layering chalky, powdery, ripe, spiced and fresh textures" - Georgina Hindle, Decanter, (03/07/2025), Ratings: 98

"Beautiful depth through the palate, this is a gorgeous wine, so deft and well handled, excellent quality, bitter cocoa bean, black chocolate, luscious but restrained, layered red roses, powerful, concentrated, with length, and the tightness of En Primeur has loosened and softened just enough to show the beauty of the fruit. 70% new barrels for ageing. A two point upscore." - Jane Anson, (03/07/2025), Ratings: 96