The mineral-laced 2005 Haut Brion (56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc) is exquisite. With its elegance and finesse, it is not as powerful as La Mission, but the nobility and complexity of the aromatics, incredible fragrance (subtle smoke and blue, red, and black fruits) that persists in the glass, full-bodied mouthfeel (though very light and delicate on its feet), and incredible length characterize this great Haut-Brion. It is just starting to drink well, and should continue to do so for at least another three decades. It is a tour de force in winemaking, but only 9,000 cases were produced.

The mineral-laced 2005 Haut Brion (56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc) is exquisite. With its elegance and finesse, it is not as powerful as La Mission, but the nobility and complexity of the aromatics, incredible fragrance (subtle smoke and blue, red, and black fruits) that persists in the glass, full-bodied mouthfeel (though very light and delicate on its feet), and incredible length characterize this great Haut-Brion. It is just starting to drink well, and should continue to do so for at least another three decades. It is a tour de force in winemaking, but only 9,000 cases were produced.

Vintage
2005
Period
2000s
Producer, Name of wine
Chateau Haut-Brion
Classification
1er Grand Cru Classé
Number of bottles
1
Bottle size
Bottle (0.75L)
Country
France
Region
Pessac-Léognan
Grape varieties
Cabernet Sauvignon Blend
Fill Level
Bordeaux bottle type, base neck fill level
Capsule/Cork condition
Fully intact metal capsule
Critic Score
100/100 points, Robert Parker
Label condition
Fully intact, readable label

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Bottiglia stupenda imballaggio perfetto. Grazie

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42 reviews (5 in last 12 months)
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Bottiglia stupenda imballaggio perfetto. Grazie

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