2018 | Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 'Pichon Comtesse Reserve' | Pauillac Catalonia with velvety tannins that are

with velvety tannins that are manifested in the finish

with a long

plush tannins and a smooth

serious and structured finale that flashes a touch of austerity

Hard not to drink now

2018 | Chateau Pichon Comtesse de Lalande 'Pichon Comtesse Reserve' | Pauillac Catalonia with velvety tannins that areThe second wine of the Chteau, the 2018 Reserve De Comtesse De Lalande checks in as 53% Cabernet Sauvignon and 42% Merlot, with the balance Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Terrific classic Pauillac notes of blackcurrants, lead pencil shavings, leafy tobacco, and chocolate define this beauty, and it's medium to full bodied, with a layered, balanced, pure character, present yet ripe tannins, and a great finish. As I wrote last year, it tastes more like