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Château Haut-Brion 2006

Red wine | Premier Cru Classé de Graves Pessac-Léognan AC

Located a few kilometers from Bordeaux, it is the oldest vineyard in the region. It was in 1935 that Clarence Dillon bought the Château and restored its titles of nobility. Since then, his wine has been recognized for its deep character and great aging potential. A collector’s wine.

Product variants

CHF 750.00 (75cl)

CHF 750.00 (75cl) (75cl)

CHF 100.00/10cl

France Bordeaux
Merlot
Cabernet Sauvignon
Cabernet Franc
5 - 30 years
14.50% vol.

Awards and reviews from professionals

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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

It is a brilliant effort displaying sensational purity, texture, and length that should be exceptionally long-lived. (Robert Parker)
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Wine Spectator

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Château Haut-Brion 2006

CHF 750.00 (75cl)

CHF 750.00 (75cl) (75cl)

Colour

Intense, dark purple red, with black reflections.

Nose

Fruity, fresh, pure, plum nuances.

Palate

Ample, then fleshy, rich and complete, melting and very elegant in its texture and touch, fantastic finish of freshness, flesh and above all great class.

Wine-growing terroir

The Château Haut-Brion vineyard is located in the town of Pessac, a few kilometers southwest of Bordeaux, and extends over 51 hectares. The terroir is made up of two gravel ridges. These gravels are small pebbles, made of different varieties of quartz, real precious stones from the Château Haut-Brion terroir.

Winemaking

Vatting in 225 hl stainless steel vats, aging for 18 to 22 months in barrels, 80% of which is new wood.

Bottle closure

Cork

Packaging

Wooden box

Château Haut-Brion

Acquired in 1935 by Clarence Dillon, Château Haut-Brion is located in the town of Pessac, near Bordeaux. The 51 ha estate is divided into Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot (48 ha), as well as Sémillon and Sauvignon (3 ha).

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