Château La Mission Haut-Brion
Château La Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc (Grand Cru Classé de Graves)
4.3
Expert Rating
4.1
Regularly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château La Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc is a highly sought-after white wine produced by the renowned Château La Mission 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 aging in oak barrels to create a complex and elegant wine with notes of citrus, white flowers, and a subtle minerality. This wine is known for its balance, finesse, and ability to age gracefully.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château La Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Blanc captivates with its elegance and complexity.Aromas of citrus, white flowers, and subtle oak entice the senses. The palate is rich and layered, offering flavors of ripe stone fruits, honey, and a hint of mineral. With its impeccable balance and long, lingering finish, this wine is a true testament to the pedigree of the estate.
EXPERT RATING
4.3
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2031
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Fragrant
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Sauvignon Blanc
ORIGINS
Winery: Château La Mission 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
4.1
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