Located between the hamlet of Saint-Lambert and the town of Saint-Julien, Château Pichon Longueville (called La Baderne or La Bastide until the 16th century) was the fief of the Montguyon family. There were virtually no vines there for many years. After changing hands a number of times, the estate took the name of Pichon Longueville.
Fine wine was made there starting in the 18th century, and only Latour was better reputed at the time.
The estate expanded over the years, until its was split into two parts in the 18th century. From that point on, the wines of Comtesse de Lalande and those of "the Baron" were made separately.
The present-day château, which replaces a previous one on the same site, was built in 1851.
The estate was purchased by Axa Millésmimes in 1987.
The terroir consists of fine gravel and features a warm, humid microclimate. The greatest of care is paid to viticulture. Grass is left to grow between the vine rows in order to consolidate the soil, make the vines less susceptible to disease, and help reduce yields. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted first in the vineyard, and later in the cellar.
Pichon-Longueville Baron is a classic, elegant wine with a strong character and rich, first-class tannins. It has fine aging potential.
