Château La Tour Haut-Brion
Château La Tour Haut-Brion
4.0
Expert Rating
4.3
Highly Reviewed
WINE DESCRIPTION
Château La Tour Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan is a prestigious Grand Cru Classé de Graves wine that showcases the excellence of the Pessac-Léognan in Bordeaux, France. This wine is produced from carefully selected grapes grown in the vineyards of Château La Tour Haut-Brion, which benefit from a unique terroir. The vineyard features well-drained gravelly soil, allowing the vines to thrive and produce grapes of exceptional quality. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including hand-harvesting and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a wine that beautifully balances elegance and power. Château La Tour Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan offers a refined and complex style, with notes of dark fruits, earthy undertones, and a long, lingering finish.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
Château La Tour Haut-Brion is an exceptional wine that showcases the elegance and complexity of the Pessac-Léognan.On the nose, Château La Tour Haut-Brion offers a bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackcurrants and blackberries, accompanied by subtle hints of tobacco, cedar, and earthy undertones. The aromas are beautifully integrated, creating a harmonious and inviting experience.
The palate is equally impressive, with a full-bodied and velvety texture that coats the mouth. The wine displays a perfect balance between the rich fruit flavors and the well-integrated oak notes. Ripe black cherries, plums, and cassis dominate the palate, accompanied by nuances of spices, leather, and a touch of graphite. The tannins are firm yet polished, providing structure and ensuring a long and graceful aging potential.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2038
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Pronounced
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Rich
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
Grippy
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (3)
Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
ORIGINS
Winery: Château La Tour 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
4.3
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