Lot 168
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 2004 (1) WA 93
CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 2003 (1) WA 93
Lot 168 Details
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 2004 (1)
Pessac-Léognan. 1er Cru Classé
u. 1 cm. scraped & marked label.
The palate is medium-bodied and very harmonious, almost caressing thanks to the Merlot lending that velvety texture. The second half changes tack, the Cabernet nudging the Merlot off the stage and delivering a more structured, possibly foursquare finish that is linear and correct. It is an excellent wine for the vintage although it will always be overshadowed by the 2005 inter alia. Maybe more personality just needs to develop? Tasted September 2016. Drink: 2010-2040 WA 93
CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 2003 (1)
Pessac-Léognan. 1er Cru Classé
u. bn. scraped & marked label.
The 2003 La Mission Haut-Brion shows more creme de cassis, plenty of cedar wood, melted licorice and charcoal in a medium to full-bodied wine. It is a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc. Rustic tannins in the back knock down the ultimate pleasure, and the point score, ever so slightly, but there’s no doubting the complex, perfumey, noble aromatics this wine has managed to attain despite the staggering heat and drought in June, July and August. This has reached full maturity, but should hold nicely for another 7-10 years. WA 93