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The tasting |
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Deep, brilliant red. |
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Magnificent aromas of red and black fruits with a hint of spice. |
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Juicy and full-bodied on the palate, with a silky, velvety tannic structure, this blend offers a perfect balance of complexity and freshness on a long, delicate finish. |
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The sommelier's advice |
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Serve between 14 and 16°C. |
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Grilled rib-eye steak, lined shallots, crown-roasted lamb, spiced duck, baked guinea fowl and roast potatoes. |
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From now until 2036 |
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The estate and the wine |
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At the heart of Pessac-Léognan, La Mission Haut-Brion stands in opposition to Château Haut-Brion. These two legends share the same terroir as well as the same winemaking teams. While Haut-Brion may occasionally take the lead in aging, the sensuality of La Mission's wines bestows upon it, in its early years, a superiority recognized by the majority of critics. As they age, there is nothing to envy about its rival, with a consistently tender and exquisitely suave core of flavor. |
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The 2016 Red Pessac-Léognan Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion once again showcases magnificent craftsmanship. With an unparalleled freshness, supported by a unique silkiness and top-notch cabernets, this vintage boasts a lavish velvety texture, tinged with aromas of black fruits, spices, black tea, and flowers. Profound, intense, and exceptionally promising, it ranks among the greats. Rated 94/100 by Parker. |
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Harvested by hand. Traditional vinification. Aged in oak barrels, 23% of which are new. |
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AWARDS |
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3-star rating in the Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France 2024 (RVF)
Domaine rated 5 stars in the Guide de Bettane et Desseauve 2024
Robert Parker: 94/100 |
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