Château Haut Plaisance
Château Haut Plaisance Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
4.3
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Rarely Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château Haut Plaisance embodies the excellence and authenticity of Bordeaux’s viticultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of the prestigious Bordeaux region, this estate has built a reputation for quality, driven by time-honored expertise and a commitment to producing wines that truly reflect their terroir. With careful vineyard management and meticulous winemaking techniques, Château Haut Plaisance crafts wines of character and depth, capturing the essence of Bordeaux’s unique soils and climate. Each bottle offers a taste of tradition, refined through generations and respected for its balance, elegance, and dedication to quality.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château Haut Plaisance Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a prestigious wine from the Saint-Émilion region in Bordeaux, France.This wine is classified as a Grand Cru, which signifies its superior quality and adherence to strict production standards.
On the nose, this wine offers a complex bouquet of aromas. You can expect to find notes of ripe dark fruits such as blackberry and plum, accompanied by hints of blackcurrant and cherry. There may also be subtle undertones of spices, such as cinnamon and cloves, as well as a touch of earthiness.
When it comes to taste, Château Haut Plaisance Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is known for its full-bodied and well-structured profile. The wine showcases a harmonious balance between its fruit flavors and oak influences. Ripe black fruits dominate the palate, with flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and blackcurrant taking center stage. These flavors are often complemented by nuances of vanilla, cedar, and tobacco, which are derived from the oak aging process.
The tannins in this wine are typically firm yet refined, providing a solid structure and contributing to its aging potential. Château Haut Plaisance Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is known for its ability to age gracefully, allowing the flavors to develop and integrate over time.
In terms of food pairings, this wine pairs well with a variety of dishes. It is particularly well-suited to accompany red meats, such as grilled steak or roasted lamb. The wine's robust flavors and tannic structure can also complement rich, flavorful sauces and aged cheeses.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Refreshing
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (2)
Cabernet Franc
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château Haut Plaisance
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
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