Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Pessac Leognan 2021 (750ml)
Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Pessac Leognan 2021 (750ml)
Dark berries, cassis and crushed plums weave through a finely-tuned palate of savoury earth, cigar box and sweet spice. Medium-bodied but deeply concentrated, the 2021 vintage brings bright acids, supple tannins and refined texture. A serious, quietly composed La Mission, it promises to unfold slowly, revealing more layers of complexity with each passing year.
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Neal Martin, 93/100
Neal Martin, 93/100
Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 95/100
Robert Parker Wine Advocate, 95/100
The 2021 La Mission Haut-Brion unfurls in the glass with a complex, detailed bouquet of plums, cassis, flowers, spices, licorice and loamy soil. Medium to full-bodied, rich and concentrated, its fleshy, layered core of fruit is framed by beautifully velvety tannins. In bottle, much as en primeur, this blend of 48% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Cabernet Franc is a charming, sensual rendition of La Mission. Drink 2027-2055.
Jane Anson, 97/100
Jane Anson, 97/100
Plenty of classic La Mission finesse and balance, touches of cloves and velvety tannins, this is surpremely balanced and elegant, with pummice stone minerality. It is a little taut on the finish in its tannic structure and no question majors more heavily on the cool blue fruit character than we have seen with this property in recent years. Seriously enjoyable, a total masterclass in cool climate fruit delivery. Easy to recommend. 73% new oak, harvest september 20 to October 8. No frost impact here and very little mildew, meaning the overall yield was up to 47hl/h, extremely generous for the vintage.
