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Tasting notes
Score 82/100 · Drink 1988, Robert Parker, Jan 1998

Fat, plump, jammy, and one-dimensional, the 1978 Pichon-Longueville lacks grip and backbone, has a loosely knit structure, and a sweet, short finish. It has reached full maturity. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 7/88.

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82
82/100

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82
82/100

Robert Parker

82
82/100

Robert Parker

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82 points
Robert Parker
Score 82/100 · Robert Parker

Fat, plump, jammy, and one-dimensional, the 1978 Pichon-Longueville lacks grip and backbone, has a loosely knit structure, and a sweet, short finish. It has reached full maturity. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 7/88. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

Château Pichon Baron 1:1
Pichon Baron

Pauillac’s Ch. Pichon Baron, formerly known as Ch. Pichon-Longueville Baron, is ranked as one of the 15 Second Growths from the 1855 Classification and is considered one of the "Super Seconds".

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Deuxième Grand Cru Classé

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