1986 Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande (Stained Label) USA red currant)

red currant)

Velvety tannins and juicy flavors of blueberry

this majority Merlot also holds Cabernet Sauvignon

The early tastings show signs of a wine with fine spicy and very ripe black fruit aromas

one no less tactile in its mineral dimensions than the Blanchots

1986 Chateau Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande (Stained Label) USA red currant)"Juicy, fleshy and showy, with warm plum sauce, melted black licorice, espresso, cocoa powder and black currant confiture notes all melded together, yet clearly defined. The smoldering, tobacco fueled finish expands steadily with air. A wine of power and range that is just hitting its stride. 95 100 Wine Spectator