Fine Wine

May 25June 02, 2020
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LOT 292

Lot 292

CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 2005 (1) WA 100
CHÂTEAU LATOUR 1996 (1) WS 96 WA 100

CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 2005 (1) WA 100
CHÂTEAU LATOUR 1996 (1) WS 96 WA 100
Lot 292 Details
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 2005 (1)

Pessac-Léognan. 1er Cru Classé
u. 1.5 cm.

The mineral-laced 2005 Haut Brion (56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc) is exquisite. With its elegance and finesse, it is not as powerful as La Mission, but the nobility and complexity of the aromatics, incredible fragrance (subtle smoke and blue, red, and black fruits) that persists in the glass, full-bodied mouthfeel (though very light and delicate on its feet), and incredible length characterize this great Haut-Brion. It is just starting to drink well, and should continue to do so for at least another three decades. It is a tour de force in winemaking, but only 9,000 cases were produced. June 2015. 2015-2045 WA 100

CHÂTEAU LATOUR 1996 (1)

Pauillac. 1er Cru Classé
u. vts. scraped label

Deep garnet-black in color, the 1996 is classic Latour at its utmost. The nose offers a tantalizing array of complex notes including dried Chinese plums, toasted nuts, Indian spices and black olive tapenade over a core of dried cherries and aged meat. The palate is pure power that is stunningly balanced giving a generous level of fruit concentration perfectly offset by a high level of very finely grained tannins and seamless freshness. Possessing a finish that just goes on and on, this is as good as it gets. WS 96 WA 100

2 bts.    per lot $1,800 - $2,000

Realised: $3,084
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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