Château Haut-Brion
Château Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc (Grand Cru Classé de Graves)
4.8
Expert Rating
4.7
Sometimes Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc is a highly sought-after white wine produced by the renowned Château Haut-Brion, a Grand Cru Classé de Graves estate located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux. The vineyard features a unique terroir of gravelly soil and a microclimate that allows for optimal ripening of the Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon grapes. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and fermentation in oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a subtle hint of oak. This wine is known for its exceptional aging potential and is a must-try for any serious wine enthusiast.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Château Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc is a complex and vibrant white wine from the Grand Cru Classé de Graves region of Bordeaux.It has an intense nose of ripe yellow and white fruits, including pear, white peach, and citrus, with a hint of minerality. On the palate, the wine is elegant and round, with a finely balanced acidity and a long finish. Its crisp and lively flavors of citrus, herbs, and minerals linger on the palate, creating a refreshingly balanced finish. It is a remarkable white wine with great complexity and power.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Searing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Haut-Brion
Region: Bordeaux
Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition.
The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.CUSTOMER RATING
4.7
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