COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc
PRODUCER
Château Haut-Brion
REGION
Bordeaux
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Château Haut-Brion 2021 is a red wine from the Pessac-Léognan appellation in Bordeaux, France, classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé. The estate, one of Bordeaux's oldest with origins in the 15th century, is unique as the sole First Classified Growth of 1855 not situated in the Médoc. The vineyard is planted with Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, grown on distinctive gravelly soils with underlying clay and limestone. The 2021 vintage was characterized by a cooler growing season, leading to a wine noted for its refinement and elegance. The estate is managed by Domaine Clarence Dillon, known for its dedication to producing wines of exceptional longevity and finesse.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€900
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
15-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Only First Growth not in the Médoc.
Fact 02
Vineyard soils are ancient gravel mounds.
Fact 03
Estate dates back to the 15th century.
Fact 04
2021 harvest spanned Sept 13 - Oct 8.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Château Haut-Brion 2021 begins with meticulous vineyard management, followed by fermentation at controlled temperatures. The resulting wine undergoes an extended aging period of around 20 months in French oak barrels, with a high proportion of new oak. The harvest, which occurred from September 13 to October 8, was managed with careful attention to ripeness, contributing to the wine's refined character. The estate's approach emphasizes precision and tradition to craft wines of significant aging potential.
