The history of Château Pichon-Longueville Baron is a tale of two estates. The Château and vineyard known as Pichon Baron was given in dowry to the founder’s daughter when she married Jacques du Pichon Longueville. After the death of their descendent, the Baron Joseph de Pichon Longueville, in 1850 the estate was again divided - on his deathbed, he gave what became Château Pichon Baron to the men of his family, and what became Château Pichon-Lalande to the women - resulting in, some say, more masculine and sensuous styles of wine respectively! Between the 1960’s and the 1980’s, the estate went through a period of rather lacklustre production - however, since 1990, they have been producing, according to many, some of the best wines in their history. The 2016 has earned high praise and glowing comparisons to their legendary 1990 Pichon Baron.

Located in the remote foothills of the Himalayas in Yunnan Province, the estate sits between 2,200 and 2,600 metres above sea level near the Mekong River. The name translates to ‘roaring above the clouds’, a reference to the high-altitude mists that surround the sacred Meili Mountain. The vineyards consist of over 300 small plots across four villages—Adong, Xidang, Sinong, and Shuori—where the thin mountain air and intense sunlight produce grapes with thick skins and high natural acidity.

Wolf Blass Platinum Label Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from the Medlands Vineyard, situated on the central north Barossa Valley floor at Dorrien. This site features ancient soils of loamy sands over clay, deposited five million years ago, which produce fruit with significant varietal intensity. The microclimate here is influenced by cooling breezes from the foothills and the North Para River, allowing for the slow ripening of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. In the winery, Steven Frost and his team focus on preserving the vineyard's character through a combination of traditional and modern techniques. The wine typically undergoes maturation in new French oak for approximately 22 months, a process that integrates firm tannins with the natural dark fruit profile. This extended barrel aging adds structural complexity and helps the wine develop the longevity expected of a flagship Barossa red.

Product Description: Depth, structure and classical Margaret River character define this flagship Cabernet Sauvignon from one of the region’s pioneering estates. The 2021 Pierro VR Cabernet Sauvignon is sourced from mature vines planted in the celebrated Willyabrup subregion, where maritime influence and gravelly loam soils create ideal conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon of concentration and balance. “VR,” meaning Vieilles Réserves, signifies the estate’s most select parcels and oldest vineyard material, reserved for wines of exceptional quality and ageing potential. Crafted by Michael Dhillon, the wine reflects a meticulous and low-intervention approach that prioritises vineyard expression, textural refinement and longevity. The 2021 vintage delivered excellent growing conditions in Margaret River, producing fruit with intense flavour definition, natural acidity and finely structured tannins. In the glass, the wine reveals layered blackcurrant and dark plum fruit intertwined with cedar, graphite, dried herbs and subtle earthy complexity. Extended maturation in high-quality French oak contributes polish and structure while allowing the purity of the fruit to remain central. The palate is concentrated yet composed, balancing richness with freshness and savoury detail. Fine tannins provide shape and persistence without heaviness, carrying the wine through a long and poised finish. There is a distinctly classical feel to the wine, recalling the restraint and elegance of great Left Bank Bordeaux while remaining unmistakably Margaret River in profile. Built for long-term cellaring, the 2021 Pierro VR Cabernet Sauvignon stands as a compelling example of modern Australian Cabernet at a world-class level. Tasting Notes NOSE – Deep and expressive Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis and dark plum layered with cedar, graphite, bay leaf, dried herbs and subtle tobacco spice. PALATE – Structured and refined Dense dark berry fruit flows across the palate with fine tannins, savoury oak, earthy complexity and vibrant acidity adding balance and precision. FINISH – Long and classical Persistent and poised, finishing with cassis, cedar, graphite and lingering savoury spice framed by polished tannins. Reviews & Accolades “The 2021 VR Cabernet Sauvignon is composed and powerful, with blackcurrant, cedar, graphite and fine gravelly tannins. It shows intensity and structure while retaining freshness and elegance through the finish.” — Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate, 96 points, 2024 Finer Details: Style – Red Wine Varietal – Cabernet Sauvignon Country – Australia Region – Margaret River, Western Australia Vintage – 2021 Bottle Size – 750ml ABV – 14%

This is WORLD CLASS Cabernet and sits among the very best! Vasse Felix's signature bay leaf in a profoundly high quality bath of tightly packed blackberry & black currants. Fantastic length and cellaring potential!

Xanadu Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon is vibrant and robust with great balance from the bouquet of ripe forest fruits and violet on the nose; A refined structure of tannins, oak use and the acidity on the palate; All are great indications of a wine that would benefit from careful bottle maturation for many years to come.

BARON DE PHILIPPE ROTHSCHILD - CONCHA Y TORO Almaviva EPU Cabernet Carmenere, Puente Alto