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Château La Mission Haut-Brion presents notes of great maturity such as liquorice, but also notes of freshness, such as menthol. Fruits and a light oak woodiness complete this aromatic complexity. The alcohol content is once again high and gives the wine a kind of lightness, an airy side. But, you should not trust it because the wine is very powerful. The tannins are coated, leaving an impression of softness, the taster is charmed. There is in this wine a great balance, a harmony. It is also marked by a very beautiful length, the prerogative of great wines. |
| Media |
Robert Parker 97/100 As for the 2012 La Mission Haut Brion, this wine (41% of the total production) continues to perform as it has for nearly a century. At the first quality level, this stunning wine is full-bodied and very concentrated with notes of graphite, fine charcoal embers, crème de cassis, blackberry and subtle earthy notes. The wine is full-bodied and powerful, rich and concentrated. And of course, the alcohol level tips the scales at 15% with a blend of 62% Merlot and 38% Cabernet Franc. This is a great achievement from La Mission Haut Brion that should age effortlessly for over 30 years. However, the tannins suggest that this wine should not be touched for another 5-6 years, as it is one of the later of the 2012 Pessac-Léognan. Bravo! |
