La Clart de Haut-Brion Haut-Brion Chteau Haut-Brion Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion

Pessac-Leognan

79.2% Smillon 20.8% Sauvignon Blanc

9-1258%

(James Suckling’s rating: 95 points)

(Robert Parker’s rating: 90 points)

La Clart de Haut-Brion boasts a legendary and unique kinship: made from grapes grown on the Haut-Brion terroir, it is born of two prestigious estates: Chteau Haut-Brion and Chteau La Mission Haut-Brion. Made from the blend of second wines from the two properties. A very nice introduction before discovering its elders.

Appellation:
AOC Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux

Type:
White/Blanc (Still)

Grape Varieties:
79.2% Smillon and 20.8% Sauvignon Blanc

Vinification:
Matured in the barrels for 9-12 months. 58% new barrels.

Tasting Notes:
(James Suckling’s rating: 95 points)
Wonderful aromas of honeysuckle, light apricot and citrus with hints of lemon curd and pie crust. Its full-bodied, tight and composed with density and agility that make it unique for a white. Fantastic persistence. Try after 2024, but already a joy to taste and drink.

(Robert Parker’s rating: 90 points)
The 2018 La Clart de Haut-Brionsprings from the glass with vibrant scents of fresh grapefruit, lemon zest and key lime pie, plus suggestions of paraffin wax, sea spray and straw. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers thirst-quenching citrusy layers with a lively backbone and a decadent touch of creaminess to the texture, finishing with lovely purity.