Château Pichon-Lalande, Comtesse de Lalande 2008

92 / 100 Robert Parker
The 2008 is a beauty in the style of the 1988. Although not performing as well as I predicted last year, it is unquestionably an outstanding effort as well as one of the better values from Pichon Lalande in many years. Its dense plum/purple hue is accompanied by sweet aromas of red and black currants, charcoal, herbs, underbrush and a hint of truffles. This medium-bodied, rich, concentrated blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot and 3% Cabernet Franc is an elegant, supple Pichon Lalande that can be drunk now or cellared for 15-20 years.
Wine Advocate #194 May 2011

91 / 100 Wine Spectator
Builds slowly, as the mesquite and roasted plum aromas slowly give way to more layers of tobacco, hot stone, cassis, chestnut and graphite. The long finish really stretches out with mineral and tobacco notes. Best from 2013 through 2020. 15,571 cases made.
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16.5 / 20 Jancis Robinson
63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 5% Petit Verdot. Decanted. Much lighter nose than the 2009 and some slight oaky element. Not as refreshing as some. A little chocolatey. And some austere tannins on the end. Plus sweetness.
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