CHATEAU PICHON LONGUEVILLE, LALANDE 1978 |

Château Pichon Longueville, Lalande 1978 Pauillac, 2ème Cru Classéu. 2bn, 8vts, 2ts, good general appearance for its age, good color and clarity, bin soiled labels, 4 very slightly scuffed capsulesIn 2013, this had stunning class on the nose - and this was the first vintage of the 'new' de Lencquesaing era. It smells and tastes so ripe which is unusual for a late harvest vintage. There is a 'fragrancy' here that is impressive. Just slips down in a very winning way. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 9212 bts (cn)Estimates are per lot