2002 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
On first night this wine was all about the bouquet. Cassis, a touch of raspberry, saddle, slight sweat, note of pepper—definite gamey note at one moment.
Opens in the mouth, a little tannic and tight, then really pretty; signature velvety mouthfeel, with surprising depth for this vintage, though not great length. Fun to follow, changes in the glass and light on its fight. More giving on the second night. Drink or hold.