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1998 ChĂąteau Haut-Brion, 1st Growth Pessac-LĂ©ognan
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ChĂąteau Haut-Brion 1998 â Premier Grand Cru ClassĂ©
Chùteau Haut-Brion is one of the most iconic wines from Bordeaux and one of the four original Premier Grand Cru Classé estates in the 1855 classification. The chùteau is located in Pessac-Léognan south of Bordeaux and is known for wines of great complexity, finesse, and long ageing potential.
The 1998 vintage shows a characteristic Haut-Brion style with a high proportion of Merlot in the blend. The wine appears generous and approachable, with ripe fruit, a rounded structure, and an elegant balance between power and finesse.
Grapes
The blend consists of:
- Merlot â 59%
- Cabernet Sauvignon â 29%
- Cabernet Franc â 12%
The high proportion of Merlot gives the wine a round, full-bodied character with ripe fruit and a soft structure.
Profile
The wine presents as aromatic and well-balanced with a classic Bordeaux character.
- Aroma: Plums, blackberries, and spices
- Notes: Smoky nuances and dark fruit
- Structure: Full and round
- Tannins: Soft and well-integrated
- Finish: Elegant and persistent
On the palate, the wine is rich and juicy with a smooth texture and well-balanced tannins that provide structure without feeling tight.
Ageing
The wine was aged in 77% new oak barrels until bottling in August 2000.
Critic rating
Charles Curtis MW, Decanter (2023):
âAgreeably approachable, with plump, plummy fruit aromas and accents of blackberry, spice and smoke. The texture is rich and round, with a supple, fleshy feel and suave tannins.â
Drinking window
- Ready to drink now
- Optimal maturity: 2010 â 2049
Product information
- Producer: ChĂąteau Haut-Brion
- Country: France
- Region: Bordeaux
- Appellation: Pessac-LĂ©ognan
- Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855)
- Vintage: 1998
- Alcohol: 13%
- Body: Full-bodied
ChĂąteau Haut-Brion 1998 â Premier Grand Cru ClassĂ©
Chùteau Haut-Brion is one of the most iconic wines from Bordeaux and one of the four original Premier Grand Cru Classé estates in the 1855 classification. The chùteau is located in Pessac-Léognan south of Bordeaux and is known for wines of great complexity, finesse, and long ageing potential.
The 1998 vintage shows a characteristic Haut-Brion style with a high proportion of Merlot in the blend. The wine appears generous and approachable, with ripe fruit, a rounded structure, and an elegant balance between power and finesse.
Grapes
The blend consists of:
- Merlot â 59%
- Cabernet Sauvignon â 29%
- Cabernet Franc â 12%
The high proportion of Merlot gives the wine a round, full-bodied character with ripe fruit and a soft structure.
Profile
The wine presents as aromatic and well-balanced with a classic Bordeaux character.
- Aroma: Plums, blackberries, and spices
- Notes: Smoky nuances and dark fruit
- Structure: Full and round
- Tannins: Soft and well-integrated
- Finish: Elegant and persistent
On the palate, the wine is rich and juicy with a smooth texture and well-balanced tannins that provide structure without feeling tight.
Ageing
The wine was aged in 77% new oak barrels until bottling in August 2000.
Critic rating
Charles Curtis MW, Decanter (2023):
âAgreeably approachable, with plump, plummy fruit aromas and accents of blackberry, spice and smoke. The texture is rich and round, with a supple, fleshy feel and suave tannins.â
Drinking window
- Ready to drink now
- Optimal maturity: 2010 â 2049
Product information
- Producer: ChĂąteau Haut-Brion
- Country: France
- Region: Bordeaux
- Appellation: Pessac-LĂ©ognan
- Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé (1855)
- Vintage: 1998
- Alcohol: 13%
- Body: Full-bodied
SKU: 10105327
Alcohol percentage: 14%
Allergens: Sulfur dioxide. Sulfites
Size: 75 cl
Storage: Dark and cool.
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