Pichon Baron 2000

Château Pichon Baron 2000 possesses a deep, dark color that immediately commands attention. The nose initially reveals hints of toast, cedar, and dark fruit, gradually unfurling its complex aromas. On the palate, this wine strikes a perfect balance between full-bodied power and refined elegance. The harmonious and silky tannins contribute to a luxurious mouthfeel. The length is truly impressive, leaving a lasting and captivating impression. This vintage stands as a benchmark, showcasing the restrained power and exceptional quality of the tannins, while expressing the distinctiveness of the terroir. Château Pichon Baron 2000 exemplifies the epitome of refinement and sophistication, inviting you to experience its remarkable character.

Robert Parker - 97 Points

"The 2000 Château Pichon Baron is just getting better and better and better. Perhaps the magnum format played its part, but nevertheless...just...wow. This is a millennial Left Bank with the keys to the top drawer. It has an incredibly precise, mineral-driven bouquet with intense black fruit infused with cedar and graphite scents. It just reeks of Pauillac in an almost uncompromising, yet compelling manner. The palate is structured, stylish and effortless, extraordinarily pure and unerringly youthful. This is a Pichon Baron saying, "You ain't seen nothing yet." You could broach this now if you wanted, but the clever people will wisely bunker this for another decade and gloat from 2025 onward. Tasted January 2016."

Antonio Galloni - 95 Points

"The 2000 Pichon Baron is consistent with the bottle tasted at the vertical back in 2018. It has a very elegant nose featuring a mixture of red and black fruit, fresh mint and touches of graphite (though in this bottle, it is not quite as prominent). The palate is medium-bodied with a crisp entry, offering vibrant black fruit laced with graphite and dried blood; I find more complexity here compared to the 2000 Pichon-Lalande that I tasted at the property just an hour earlier. Quite spicy and peppery, leading to a vibrant finish. This is imbued with wonderful tension. A Pauillac that is approaching its peak."