Chateau Haut Brion 2019

Château Haut-Brion 2019 is a Premier Grand Cru Classé from Pessac-Léognan, combining power and elegance in a refined blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, aged mainly in new oak barrels to reveal its full aromatic complexity.

Climate conditions and harvest 
Haut-Brion

The 2018-2019 winter was mild and dry, followed by a cool spring that favored a good flowering. After a heatwave in July, cool nights in August allowed for optimal anthocyanin synthesis and good maturation. The harvest took place from September 10 to October 3, allowing the different grape varieties to be harvested at the best stage of their maturity.
Blend and grape varieties 
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Merlot: 48.7%
Cabernet Sauvignon: 43.2%
Cabernet Franc: 8.1%
Vinification and aging 
Haut-Brion

The grapes are 100% destemmed and fermented in stainless steel tanks with automated pump-overs.
Fermentation lasts approximately 20 days at a controlled temperature.
Malolactic fermentation is carried out after alcoholic fermentation.
Aging lasts 18 to 22 months, with 79% in new oak barrels, bringing richness and aromatic complexity.
Careful sorting at harvest and during vinification guarantees the quality and aromatic purity of the wine.
Tasting 
Haut-Brion

Appearance: Deep purple-red.
Nose: Intense and subtle, with notes of ripe black and red fruits, chocolate, tobacco, smoke, graphite, and floral and spicy nuances.
Palate: Soft and velvety start, fine and well-integrated tannins, powerful yet elegant structure, long and aromatic finish with lingering flavors.
Character: Dense, complex, mineral, elegant and harmonious, revealing an exceptional vintage.
Serving advice 
Guide Hachette des Vins

Serving temperature: 16-18°C
Optimal drinking window: 2025 to 2050 according to experts, to allow the wine to reach its peak.
Food and wine pairings: Red meats, milk-fed lamb, tournedos Rossini or refined game.
Additional characteristics 
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Wine type: Dry red for aging
Alcohol content: 14-15% according to the source
Classification: Premier Grand Cru Classé
Agriculture: Conventional, reasoned viticulture
Total production: Approximately 150,000 bottles
Origin: 51-hectare estate in Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, gravel-on-clay terroir.

The 2019 vintage of Château Haut-Brion is unanimously praised for its balance between structure, elegance and aromatic complexity, showcasing the perfect complementarity of traditional Bordeaux grape varieties and the estate's legendary signature.