Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac, France 2009 Sherry Blend In this case it is

In this case it is one of the few Argentinian Merlots produced with good concentration and important potential of Guarda

round tannins and a juicy finish

The nose is expressive with initial notes of red apple flowing into red fruits and graphite perfumes

along with floral notes

Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac, France 2009 Sherry Blend In this case it isDeep garnet colored, the 2009 Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande is a little reticent to begin, slowly giving way to notions of warm black cherries, blackcurrant cordial, stewed plums and sauted herbs with hints of damp soil, tobacco and beef drippings. Medium to full bodied, the palate is packed with tightly wound black fruit and earthy layers, framed by ripe, fine grained tannins and lovely freshness making for a long, lively finish. Classic! 97