PAUILLAC
Château Pichon Baron
Grand Cru Classé in 1855
Other wines from this estate
Les Griffons de Pichon Baron (Pauillac)
Les Tourelles de Longueville (Pauillac)
Appellation
Pauillac
Family of crus
Grand Cru Classé in 1855
Points remarquables
Easy access
Practical informations
05 56 73 17 17
Château Pichon Baron 33625 Pauillac
Open all year long, visits only by appointment.
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Informations
In the heart of the great Pauillac terroirs, the chateau built in 1851, is magnified by a reflecting pool that stretches out at its feet. Château Pichon Baron, classified as a Second Growth in 1855, opens its doors throughout the year to share its history, know-how, and wines. Several tour and tasting options are available. All are private and require reservations. The Visitor center and the wine shop are open Monday through Friday(open on Saturdays from May to November).
Technical sheet
| Superficie (Ha) | 73 |
|---|---|
| Grape varieties | Cabernet Sauvignon 65 % - Merlot 30 % - Petit Verdot 3 % - Cabernet Franc 2 % |
| Growing methods | Traditional |
| Average age of vines (years) | 35 |
| Soils | Garonne Gravels |
| Average return (Hl/Ha) | 35 |
| Average of planting density (Vine plant/Ha) | 8000 |
| Vinification | Traditional, vinification by separate parcels, stainless steel vats and wooden vats with thermoregulation |
| Duration of breeding barrels (months) | 18 |
| Proportion of new barrels | 80% |
| Average production of the propriety (bottles) | >200 000 |