| Klassifiziering | Dèuxieme Cru Classé |
| Typ | Rotwein |
| Marke | Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande |
| Jahrgang | 1988 |
| Land | Frankreich |
| Hauptregion | Bordeaux |
| Region | Pauillac |
| Rebsorte | Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend |
| Inhalt | 0,75 |
| Preis pro Liter | 220,55 € |
| Zustand | Perfekt |
| Label | Perfekt |
| Trinkbar | -2032 |
| Vorrat | 7 |
One of the stars of the vintage, the 1988 has evolved beautifully. Dark ruby, with a full-intensity bouquet of black plums, herbs, and currants, a silky smooth texture, and full body, it is one of the most highly extracted wines of the vintage. Seductively precocious, it should drink superbly over the next 10-15 years.
1988 Pichon-Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is another vintage I had not tasted for a few years. I have recently encountered magnums of 1988 Pichon-Baron, so I was intrigued to see how they compared. The Pichon-Longueville has a classic bouquet with freshly rolled tobacco, brine and sufficient black fruit that renders the aromatics austere in the best way possible. The palate is medium-bodied and far more elegant than previous bottles, autumnal, yet beautifully balanced with cedar and leather notes, becoming a little fungal towards the short yet charming finish. This is drinking perfectly right now. Tasted August 2024.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.