ClassificationDeuxieme Cru Classe (1855 classification)
VarietalsCabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot
Hectares73 ha
OwnerAXA Millesimes
WinemakerAlexandra Lebossé
Founded1694
TastingVisits available; contact chateau for details.
NeighbourhoodPauillac AOC

Signature wines: pichon-baron, les-griffons-de-pichon-baron

Scores: Wine Advocate 98 (2016)

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Location

Address: Chateau Pichon-Longueville Baron, 33250 Pauillac, France, Bordeaux

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