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Occupying the southern flank of the Haut-Brion gravelly hillside and capable of exceptional success in "small" vintages, La Mission is a powerful first growth in a more fleshy and opulent register than Haut-Brion. Proof of this is its formidable 2017 rated 96/100 by M. Galloni (Vinous) "Effortless, graceful and wonderfully nuanced, this 2017 simply has everything going for it. What a wine". As for the 2016, rated 99/100 by N. Martin (Vinous), critics compare it to the dazzling 1989, no less!
The 2015 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2025): 96/100 "The 2015 La Mission Haut-Brion has a supremely gifted bouquet with vigorous blackberry, pencil box and cedar scents that seem to have moved little since I last tasted it in 2019/ The palate is medium-bodied, very ripe and actually much toastier than I remembered. This has a pliant tannins and the savory element I picked up on before is now accentuated."
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- Apogée:
- 2025-2040
- Potential alcohol:
- 15%
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2022 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 98+/100 "The 2022 Haut-Brion is powerful and explosive. At the same time, it is incredibly reticent. None of that should be of concern for readers who can wait. Black-toned fruit, gravel, incense, scorched earth and licorice all stain the palate, framed by impenetrable, imposing tannins. A vertical, explosive wine, the 2022 is going to need a number of years to be at its best. I suspect it will be magnificent in many years time. The Haut-Brion softens with a bit of time in the glass, but it remains very much a blockbuster."
J-M Quarin (February 2025): 99/100 "Deep, dark colour. Intense, fine, fruity, smoky nose, rarely seen so young. When swirled, it takes on a touch of black fruit, hearth in the fireplace and a hint of resin. A superb wine! Ample on the attack, complex on the mid-palate, with plenty of flavour and a fine fatness running across the palate, the wine evolves very slowly over a tight structure, towards a powerful, deep finish.It's particularly good, with a unique aromatic profile and punch for a Pessac Léognan."
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 96/100
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- Apogée:
- 2032-2050
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2021 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 97/100 “In 2021, Haut-Brion stands out as one of the wines of the vintage. Despite its reserved approach, it is a complete wine, displaying a kind of obviousness in its momentum, slender but full, tight, with a striking distinction. The complexity is latent, the expression perfectly clear despite the sustained tannicity.”
The Wine Advocate (March 2024): 97/100 “Haut-Brion 2021 confirms its fine performance in the primeur competition and asserts itself as one of the wines of the vintage. It is complex, full-bodied, deep and velvety, with soft tannins and lively acids, and finishes with a long, penetrating finish. It will delight Bordeaux purists."
Vinous (N. Martin - November 2023): 95/100 “The 2021 Haut-Brion has a very pure bouqet, quite complex with a mixture of blueberry and black cherry fruit, iris flower and violet, hints of sea spray in the background. This is more engaging than the 2021 La Mission Haut-Brion at the moment. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins, good fruit concentration considering the vintage, commendable salinity and harmonious, sapid finish that is classic in style. I suspect this mays well close down for a period of time before re-opening. Excellent.”
Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 96/100
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- Apogée:
- 2030-2042
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2019 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - April 2022): 99+/100 “The 2019 Haut-Brion has an ethereal degree of transparency on the nose, perhaps the most delineated of all the 2019s, fabulous precision and detail considering the growing season. The palate is medium-bodied with fine bone tannins, unerring symmetry and poise. Cohesive from start to finish with an extraordinarily persistent and compelling closing. off the charts.”
J-M Quarin (March 2022): 96/100 “Delicate on the entry, particularly aromatic in the middle, juicy, complex and very tasty, the wine tightens delicately on the finish. It finishes powerful and noble, with lots of aroma.”
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- Apogée:
- 2030-2045
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2018 vintage in the press:
En Magnum (April 2021): 100/100 “When it was tasted en primeur, I had been very impressed by this haut-brion. I remember finding it extremely complete. In bottle, I find this incredible side that sums up everything I love in a great Bordeaux. The caress, the velvety texture, the nobility of texture and tannins, and this great personality that is absolutely unique. [...] Beauty, fullness, velvety concentration, at once the style of the greatest of Pomerol and that of the greatest of the Médoc, always with the terroir and personality of the cru.”
La Revue du Vin de France (September 2021): 99/100 “Mellow, the wine's flesh remains paradoxically taut, tight, and finishes its parade on the palate with an impression of lanky grace. The evolutionary potential of this great vintage is enormous”.
J-M Quarin (November 2021): 98/100 “Shaking the glass brings out the raspberry and refined nuances. Mellow on the entry, full and yet melting in the middle, with a crazy aromatic power towards the finish and lots of taste, the wine finishes particularly long, on a magnificent grain of tannin.”
Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2021): 97/100 "The 2018 Haut-Bion is an infant, but its balance and potential are both amply evident. Rich and deep in the glass, the 2018 opens to reveal tremendous complexity and nuance, qualities that only grow with time. The 2018 is not a huge Haut-Brion, nor is it massively endowed, but it is so elegant and classy. I loved it."
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- Wait 5 to 10 years
- Apogée:
- 2030-2050
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2017 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (January 2022): 97/100 “The whole is a pure delight. Noble aromas flow over a very refined, savory texture, with no power effect, no fragility, all distinguished support. A long, fresh finish”.
Vinous (N. Martin - December 2018): 96+/100 "The 2017 Haut-Brion is rich and virile, even in a vintage where it has less power than is the norm. My impression is that the 2017 is going to lie dormant for many years nefpre it awakens, but its pedigree is quite obvious. Black cherry, plum, gravel, smoke, licorice and dark spice all burst out of the glass. The 2017 is a powerful, vertical Haut-Brion endowed with a real feeling of gravitas and somber intensity. The long, substantial finish suggests readers can look forward to many years of fine drinking."
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2027-2041
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2016 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (December 2022): 100/100 “Ultra-refined on the entry, particularly melting all the way through, complex in the middle, tasty, juicy, fresh, but also powerful, the wine keeps gliding across the palate, refined, fat, noble, in an immense sappy length. Oh, how good it is!"
Vinous (N. Martin - December 2018): 100/100 "The 2016 Haut-Brion is quite possibly even more magnificent from bottle than it was from barrel. Powerful and rich, yet not at all heavy, the 2016 is a wine of nearly indescribable beauty. Haut-Brion is often a thrilling wine, but it is rarely this finessed in its youth. Gravel, cure meat, tobacco, and cedar are some of the many nuances that develop with air, but it is an extraordinary sense of harmony that really stands out. What a wine!"
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- Wait 3 to 5 years
- Apogée:
- 2028-2046
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2012 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - May 2021): 95/100 "The 2012 Haut-Brion isbeginning to flex its muscles. The bouquet is perhaps one of the most backward of the five First Growths, The Merlot firmly in the light sous-bois scents percolate through with time. The palate is medium-bodied with lithe tannins, very good weight, plummy and lighlty spiced with plenty of weight on the slightly meaty finish. This is an excellent Haut-Brion, but it needs bottle age."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2033
- Potential alcohol:
- 15%
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2009 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (November 2017): 100/100 “Fresh oak nuance. Soft on the attack and particularly suave on development, very rich on the mid-palate, yet melting, with a very airy and refined yet solid texture, the wine soars on the finish, complex, long, powerful and very deep. This second and even third part of the palate is fabulous. A great, precise and noble wine. The perfect expression of Haut-Brion."
Vinous (N. Martin - February 2019): 97/100 "The 2009 Haut-Brion has a less precocious but more detailed bouquet, more nuanced perhaps with warm slates baking in the summer sun, tilled loam and cedar infusing the black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, perfect acidity, layers of mineral-rich black fruit. This seems to have gained more complexity in recent years and is beginning to flirt with perfection. It's not there yet, but it is moving in that direction."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2035
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2007 vintage in the press:
Vinous (S. Tanzer - July 2010): 94/100 "Bright ruby-red. Pure but youthfully inexpressive nose hints at raspberry and tobacco after extented aeration. Sweet, suave and pliant, with a silky texture perked up by minerality and lifted by a spicy component. Really lovely consistent ripeness here, showing neighter roasted nor green qualities. Took on a more floral character with air. This superbly elegant wine really saturates the palate and lingers. Tannins are fine and sweet."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2015-2028
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2006 vintage in the press:
Vinous (S. Tanzer - May 2009): 95/100 "Medium ruby-red. Inviting aromas of plum, warm stones, red licorice and menthol. Suave, gentle and elegantly styled; distinctly sweeter and lusher today than the La Mission, with even more mid-palate depth. Showing more red fruits today as well, with pungent minerality giving the wine lift and juiciness. Finishes with suave but substantial building tannins. Last year this wine was showing its spine while La Mission was more opulent; in bottle it's the other way around."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2018-2032
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2005 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - October 2015): 100/100 "One of my wines of the night, the 2005 Haut-Brion is stratospheric. Remarkably vivid and nuanced, the 2005 present a cmpelling mélange of dark flavors laced with the savory/mineral notes that are so typical of Haut-Brion. The 2005 is a thrill to follow in the glass, as it continully reveals new shades of its personality, something I consider a common attribute among all of the world's truly great wines. The dense, explosive finish points to a very bright future. Readers who own the 2005 should be thrilled, as it is truly maginificient."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2020-2040
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2003 vintage in the press:
Vinous (N. Martin - August 2023): 90/100 "The 2003 Haut-Brion has a decadent bouquet with a payload of glossy black fruit. There's some warmth of alcohol here and just a touch of Brettanomyces. Yes, thre is an element of the Northern Rhône. The palate has a sweet core of black fruit, plush with silky tannins and layers of blueberry and blackberry with an aniseed-tinged finish. It is a sensual wine, but at the end of the day, it does lack a bite of tension and pedigree."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2011-2028
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Haut-Brion is the most famous of all the Bordeaux growths, having twice been classified as 1er grand cru, in 1855 and again in 1959 (Graves classification). Haut-Brion is both the oldest of the Grands Crus, with more than five centuries (since 1509) behind it, and the most innovative, introducing stainless steel vats as early as 1960 and green harvesting as early as 1980.
Its particular situation within the Bordeaux agglomeration makes it the earliest Premier Cru on the left bank, a clear advantage in less mature vintages. For this reason, Haut-Brion's consistency is a benchmark for the whole of Bordeaux, with the intense bouquet of fresh earth, smoke and pine resin so characteristic of the appellation.
Fortunately, the unique silhouette of its bottle has disrupted the Asian market and has not triggered the same speculative interest there as it has for the other 1er grands crus classés. Haut-Brion is today without question the most qualitative and the least expensive of the premiers.The 2002 vintage in the press:
Vinous (S. Tanzer - May 2005): 92+/100 "Good ruby-red. Redcurrant, plum, tobacco and flowers on the nose. Suave and light on its feet, with excellent integrated acidity framing and extending the flavors. Classy and classic wine, finishing with a ripe, building tannins. This would be perfect with a cigar. Today Delmas and Masclet prefer this 2002 to te 2001 Haut-Brion, but for La Mission they give the edge to the 2001."
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- Apogée:
- 2014-2027
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Second wine of Clos Manou, the Médoc as we like it: generous, sweet and balanced by a good vivacity. A real treat!
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2032
- Potential alcohol:
- 13.95%
- Grape varieties:
- 52% Merlot, 42% Cabernet sauvignon, 3,5% Petit verdot, 2,5% Cabernet franc
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Second wine of Clos Manou, the Médoc as we like it: generous, sweet and balanced by a good vivacity. A real treat!
The 2022 vintage in the press:
J-M Quarin (February 2025): 88/100 "Dark purple colour. Very aromatic nose, with pure, fresh fruit. Delicate on the palate, perfumed in the middle, the wine melts on the palate, delicious, towards a finish with coated tannins."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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By balancing power and softness, finesse and length, Lousteauneuf has established itself in less than 5 years as the example to follow in the north of the Médoc. He reminds us of Poujeaux 20 years ago.
The 2022 vintage in the press :
Vinous (N. Martin - January 2025): 90/100 "The 2022 Lousteauneuf has a perfumed bouquet featuring a touch of black cherry mixed with licorice that opens in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied and quite fine-boned, with grainy tannins and a slightly granular, persistent finish. This is a finely crafted Médoc."
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2032
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By balancing power and softness, finesse and length, Lousteauneuf has established itself in less than 5 years as the example to follow in the north of the Médoc. He reminds us of Poujeaux 20 years ago.
The 2021 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (July 2024 ): 89/100 “A lovely classic with a well-built palate and fruit respected by ageing (barrels, vats and amphorae). A well-balanced wine of good density, to be drunk without urgency.”
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2030
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60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot from the Graves of Languedoc, Camus is a beautiful, fruity, lively red Graves with a fine woodiness. A great success year after year, offering guaranteed value for money.
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2024-2032
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A family property since the 1950s, the arrival of a new generation has awakened this 32-hectare cru bourgeois in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, between Saint-Julien and Margaux. Revealed in 2012, du Retout climbs another notch in 2018 and 2019 with enthusiastic, sincere and tasty Haut-Médoc, full of fruit and carried by fresh tannins. Congratulations!
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2034
- Potential alcohol:
- 13.05%
- Grape varieties:
- 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot
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A family property since the 1950s, the arrival of a new generation has awakened this 32-hectare cru bourgeois in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, between Saint-Julien and Margaux. Revealed in 2012, du Retout climbs another notch in 2018 and 2019 with enthusiastic, sincere and tasty Haut-Médoc, full of fruit and carried by fresh tannins. Congratulations!
The 2022 vintage in the press :
La Revue du Vin de France (July-August 2025): 89/100 "The vintage is consistent and signs a lovely 2022 that exploits the potential of the vintage, with ripe fruit and a lovely freshness to balance the whole. Classic and reliable, it should hold up well over a decade."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2032
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A family property since the 1950s, the arrival of a new generation has awakened this 32-hectare cru bourgeois in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, between Saint-Julien and Margaux. Revealed in 2012, du Retout climbs another notch in 2018 and 2019 with enthusiastic, sincere and tasty Haut-Médoc, full of fruit and carried by fresh tannins. Congratulations!
The 2020 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (March 2025): 89/100 "From a clay-gravel terroir, vinified without sulphur, this "supérieur" with its pleasant bouquet of red fruit displays its freshness on a harder palate, with tannins that are still very robust. To be enjoyed in a year or two."
J-M Quarin (March 2024): 91/100 “Spicy nuances. Minute on the entry, very well constructed in the middle, both melting and dense, the wine evolves juicy, tasty and a tad firm in the persistence. This firmness is reminiscent of Saint-Estèphe."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2024-2032
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A family property since the 1950s, the arrival of a new generation has awakened this 32-hectare cru bourgeois in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, between Saint-Julien and Margaux. Revealed in 2012, du Retout climbs another notch in 2018 and 2019 with enthusiastic, sincere and tasty Haut-Médoc, full of fruit and carried by fresh tannins. Congratulations!
The 2020 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (March 2025): 89/100 "From a clay-gravel terroir, vinified without sulphur, this "supérieur" with its pleasant bouquet of red fruit displays its freshness on a harder palate, with tannins that are still very robust. To be enjoyed in a year or two."
J-M Quarin (March 2024): 91/100 “Spicy nuances. Minute on the entry, very well constructed in the middle, both melting and dense, the wine evolves juicy, tasty and a tad firm in the persistence. This firmness is reminiscent of Saint-Estèphe."
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- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2036
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Belle-Vue (Haut-Médoc) has been making an original cuvée since 2016, 100% Petit Verdot, with its oldest vines (77 years old and over) of this wonderful fruity and late grape variety (hence its name), adapted to global warming.
If you want to know the contribution of Petit Verdot in Bordeaux wines, this ample and spicy wine is a perfect illustration.
Watch the presentation film (30''') of Petit-Verdot By BELLE-VUE
The 2017 vintage in the press:
Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2019): 90/100 "A real standout, the 2017 Le Petit Verdot by Belle-vue is so delicious. Inky, deep super expressive, the 2017 screams with character. Blackberry jam; lavender, spice, menthol and black pepper infuse the 2017 with notable complexity. These old vines, planted in 1936, 1940 and 1950, yield a Petit Verdot of real distinction."
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- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2028
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Vinified in the cellars of Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou, this cuvée benefits from the best care. Its higher proportion of Merlot (68%) makes it a wine of pleasure, gourmet and quickly enjoyable.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Wait 1 to 2 years
- Apogée:
- 2026-2033
- Grape varieties:
- 59% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot
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Vinified in the cellars of Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou, this cuvée benefits from the best care. Its higher proportion of Merlot (68%) makes it a wine of pleasure, gourmet and quickly enjoyable.
The 2022 vintage in the press:
La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 92/100 " Madame de Beaucaillou and its rich, supple character, full of fruit."
Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 92/100 "The 2022 Madame de Beaucaillou is an elegant, polished wine. Crushed flowers, bright red-toned fruit, blood orange, cinnamon and white pepper are all beautifully lifted. Mid-weight and gracious, with terrific purity, The Madame de Beaucaillou is a gorgeous wine from proprietor Bruno Borie and his team at Ducru-Beaucaillou."
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
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Vinified in the cellars of Ch. Ducru-Beaucaillou, this cuvée benefits from the best care. Its higher proportion of Merlot (68%) makes it a wine of pleasure, gourmet and quickly enjoyable.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2023-2031
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Regardless of its production in the Margaux appellation, Mille Roses also produces an Haut-Médoc on 4 parcels, 5.5 ha, around the Château. 50% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot and 10% petit verdot giving a dashing, accessible and silky wine, finely wooded (25% new oak). And of course, driven organically since 2010.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2038
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations, Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini estate (8 ha in total) in the southern Médoc run like a vegetable garden by Mr. and Mrs. Théron. Quoted as "a safe address" by M. Bettane, and as "one of the most interesting properties in the Médoc at the moment" by the Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2025-2033
- Organic certification:
- 2012
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Straddling the Margaux and Haut-Médoc appellations, Clos du Jaugueyron is a mini estate (8 ha in total) in the southern Médoc run like a vegetable garden by Mr. and Mrs. Théron. Quoted as "a safe address" by M. Bettane, and as "one of the most interesting properties in the Médoc at the moment" by the Revue du Vin de France.
More- To keep or to drink:
- Ready to drink
- Apogée:
- 2022-2032
- Organic certification:
- 2012