Chateau Haut-Brion 1. Cru Classé Pessac-Leognan 2021 i trækasse

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Alain Cognet

Florent Martin

Wine Enthusiast

$565 | The solid and serious structure of this wine is reflected in the wood aromas and spice from wood aging. It is dense, packed with tannins at the core, and its concentration gives a dry character to the wine.

Decanter

One of the absolute stand out wines on 2021 with an electric appeal almost unrivalled in the vintage. Blackcurrant leaf, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, rose petals, sweet cherries and bramble fruits on the nose. Incredibly lively and energetic on the palate with a burst of sharp, sweet and sour fruits that just fills the mouth coated by chalk, slate and pencil lead mineral tannins that give a intensity while the fruit persistency lingers above and through to the long finish. Such delicacy yet multi-layered and full of concentration, clear ripeness and power, though delivered with suaveness and style. Tannins are firm and robust, mouthfilling, no doubt about that, but they give the structure and frame to the plush and plump fruit which also has such a crystalline purity to it. I love the intensity and also these spicy bitter dark chocolate and liquorice elements on the finish which give nuance.

James Suckling

This is beautifully crafted and very perfumed, with ultra-fine tannins and vivid dark fruit such as blackcurrants, as well as dark chocolate, hazelnuts and hints of forest floor, mushrooms, tar, matchstick and oyster shells.

Izak Litwar, Great Bordeaux Wines

"Intensely aromatic redcurrants, tobacco leaf, cigar box, great acidity to support, splendid complexity, vibrant, cashmere-like fruit, finesse and sophisticated touch. Long and sensual fiish. Spectacularly sublime for the vintage."  

Robert Parker

The 2021 Haut-Brion confirms its fine showing en primeur, cementing its status as one of the wines of the vintage. Its complex bouquet of dark berries and cassis mingled with notions of cigar wrapper and burning embers unfurls in the glass. Full-bodied, deep and velvety, it’s concentrated and layered with a multidimensional core of fruit, sweet tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. Reflecting the timeless elegance of Haut-Brions from cooler years, the 2021 will delight Bordeaux purists.

Tim Atkin

Falstaff

Dark ruby garnet with violet reflections and a delicate lightening at the rim. Sweet morello cherries, a touch of cassis, nougat, subtle hints of fine oak, and a whisper of currants and tobacco. Juicy and elegant, medium complexity yet substantial, silky tannins, fine extract sweetness on the finish, very good length, harmonious, offering great drinking pleasure already and with years of enjoyment ahead. (10/1/2024, drink/store +40 years)

Linnea Berthelsen, Sommelier

La Revue du Vin de France

Alexandre Ma

Fresh, juicy, and ethereal. How is it possible? I bet that no one would have guessed this Haut-Brion is born in the rainy and cool vintage 2021 on blind tasting. Like many other Châteaux, Haut-Brion also raises the blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, creating extraordinary freshness of rosin around the glass. The alcohol is milder, so the inner beauty is even more prominent there. It offers me the silky tannins, mellow body, and lingering length, I can't help fancying it as a legendary pearl shimmering in the darkness. It is a precious wine worth sharing with your precious friends

VV Wine

Markus del Monego MW

Very classic nose. On the palate excellent depth and structure, ripe tannins, juicy and refined fruit, the palate quotes the fruit on the nose, subtle oak and fine hints og mild spices. A great classic.

Vivino

(29 bedømelser, 19-12-2024)

Vert de Vin Magazine

The nose is elegant, subtle, complex and reveals a nice depth, harmony, a certain richness, a nice airiness in its richness as well as energy. There are notes of ripe/fresh citrus fruits (yuzu, mandarin…) and more lightly of zest combined with touches of racy minerality, lychee as well as delicate notes of verbena, peach blossom, and discreet, almost fresh pepper. The palate is fruity, mineral and reveals freshness, delicacy, suppleness, suavity, a fine airiness in its definition, harmony, roundness, lightness/finesse, fine airy creaminess, and thoroughness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fresh kumquat, ripe/juicy lemon and more slightly acidic white peach combined with delicate touches of ripe/sweet tangerine, exotic berries as well as discreet toasted/vanilla notes. Good length and persistence.

Matthew Jukes

This is the darkest of the four reds from Domaine Clarence Dillon, and it is the richest and most indulgent, too. The oak is carefully judged, and while the tannins are powerful and command the entire back end of the experience, there is a lot of fruit up front. Unlike La Mission, it is allowed to stroll around on the palate relatively unhindered. The fruit is sublime, and the weight and tenderness in the mid-palate are heavenly. The balance and freshness are thrilling, and the touches of exoticism and variety of red and black fruit notes are kaleidoscopic.