Category: | Red Wines |
Sub-Category: | Red Wines |
Producer: | Haut Brion |
Label Name: | Pessac Leognan 1er Cru |
Vintage: | 2020 |
Country: | France |
Region: | Pessac-Léognan (Graves), Bordeaux. |
Volume: | 1500ml |
ABV: | 15% |
Grape(s): | Merlot 42.8%, Cabernet Sauvignon 39.7%, Cabernet Franc 17.5%. |
Acidity: | 4 |
Tannins: | 4 |
Sweetness: | 1 |
Body: | 5 |
Length: | 5 |
Aroma Intensity: | 5 |
Best Temperature: | 16-18°C |
Awards/Ratings
Major critics: The Wine Advocate (Lisa Perrotti‑Brown) 98–100; Jeb Dunnuck 98–100/100 (some sources 100); Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 97–99; James Suckling 98; Decanter ~96. Highly ageworthy (drink 2030–2065)
Tasting Note
Deep black-fruited core of blackcurrant, blackberry and plum with graphite, tobacco, cedar, spice and truffle notes; polished, full-bodied, fine-grained tannins and very long mineral finish.
Food Pairing
Western: roast lamb, rib‑eye, beef Wellington, venison, mushroom risotto. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ (galbi), braised beef short ribs, miso‑glazed aubergine.
Production Method
Parcel-by-parcel vinification with controlled maceration and élevage ~15–18 months in ~77% new French oak; meticulous sorting and modern cellar techniques.
Vineyard Info
Château Haut‑Brion — Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855) based in Pessac; owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, historic estate dating to 16th century. Estate focuses on gravel terroir of Graves.