Louis Jadot, Griotte Chambertin other_regions_italy the 2012 Pichon Lalande is

the 2012 Pichon Lalande is a wine of pure and total seduction

Like many of the wines in the range though this is very clearly built-to-age and isn’t a wine that is likely to drink especially well before at least its 10th birthday

violet and soft spice wisps

This is a very opulent and rich expression with forward determination and power

it was aged in oak barriques for 12 months

Louis Jadot, Griotte Chambertin other_regions_italy the 2012 Pichon Lalande isMore moderate wood influence more easily allows the pretty if reticent nose of various dark berries, humus, forest floor and earth nuances to be appreciated. There is a lovely sense of underlying tension to the medium weight plus flavors that possess a spicy inner mouth perfume that adds a touch of elegance to the light mineral inflected and hugely long finish. This is a stunningly good effort and the only concern at the moment is that its not quite