Colour
Deep garnet-purple
Bouquet
profound blackcurrant cordial, baked plums, and boysenberry preserves notes, leading to an undercurrent of graphite, iron ore, black truffles, and wood smoke, plus a hint of cardamom
Flavour
The full-bodied palate is tightly knit with black fruit and mineral layers, supported by a rock-solid backbone of grainy tannins and seamless acidity, finishing long and savory.

CHATEAU HAUT-BRION 2020, PESSAC-LEOGNAN

SKU 001010556
Group 6
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100 Points by James Suckling  – 99 Points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

Château Haut-Brion is a prestigious Bordeaux blend from Pessac-Léognan, known for its elegance, structure, and aging potential. Rich, complex, and beautifully balanced, with notes of blackcurrant, plum, graphite, tobacco, and hints of spice and earth.

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Description

Grape: 42.8% Merlot, 39.7% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17.5% Cabernet Franc

Winemaking:

aged for 15-18 months in 77% new French oak barrels. The grapes are harvested from September 7th to 29th.

Top Food Pairings for Château Haut-Brion :

Red Meats (Grilled or Roasted)

  • Beef Wellington
  • Roast lamb with rosemary and garlic
  • Grilled ribeye or côte de boeuf
  • Venison or game meats

These dishes match the wine’s tannic structure and deepen its savory notes.

  • Rich Poultry Dishes
  • Duck breast with cherry or berry reduction
  • Roast guinea fowl or capon with truffle jus

The fat and richness of the bird pairs well with the wine’s acidity and fruit profile.

  • Mature Cheeses
  • Aged Comté
  • Mimolette
  • Parmigiano Reggiano
  • The umami from aged cheese enhances the tertiary flavors developing in the wine.
  • Mushroom-Based Dishes
  • Truffle risotto
  • Mushroom and foie gras tart
  • Wild mushroom ragout

These earthy flavors echo the subtle forest floor and tobacco notes in the wine.

Tips:
Decant the wine for 1–2 hours before serving. – Zalto Decanter 
Ideal serving temperature: 17–18°C
Avoid overly spicy or acidic dishes that could overpower the wine’s balance.

 

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750 ML

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