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Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2005
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Code: CLMHB2005
Vendor: Brand: La Mission Haut-Brion
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Case Lot Only: 12 Bottles
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Tasting Notes
There are slightly more than 5,000 cases of the 2005 La Mission Haut-Brion, a blend of 69% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and a touch of Cabernet Franc. While there is little difference between La Mission and Haut-Brions terroirs (their vineyards are only separated by a two-lane road), La Mission possesses more fat, texture, and intensity. An enormously endowed wine with huge tannin and structure, the 2005 offers a quintessential Graves bouquet of burning embers, charcoal, blackberries, truffles, black currants, and a meaty character. Reminiscent of the 1989, with more structure as well as a longer window of drinkability, the 2005 may be a modern day, improved version of a vintage such as 1955, which was well-endowed, very tannic, and took a long time to come around. While fabulously full-bodied and unctuous, the 2005 will not provide much charm in its youth. It needs 8-10 years of cellaring, and should age effortlessly for 30-40 years.
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Other Details
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Rating: 98/100
| Product Type: Wine | Type: Red Wine | Grape Type: Cabernet |
| Packaging: Bulk |