Château La Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan rouge gcc. 2021 0,75l
Château La Mission Haut‑Brion sits in Talence opposite Haut‑Brion and cultivates about 29 hectares of vines. Almost 25 hectares are devoted to red grapes – Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc – rooted in gravel over a sandy‑clay subsoil. This terroir gives powerful yet deeply mineral expressions of Pessac‑Léognan. The bouquet reveals blackberry, blueberry and cassis alongside tobacco, black tea, spice and subtle toast. On the palate La Mission Haut‑Brion is dense and concentrated, with silky ripe tannins, cool freshness and a long, complex finish marked by smoky, earthy notes.
Just across the road in Pessac‑Léognan, Château La Mission Haut‑Brion faces its famous sibling, yet speaks with its own, quietly austere voice. The story begins in 1540, when Arnaud de Lestonnac shaped the plot known as Arregedhuys—an early cornerstone of what the Graves would become....
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The grape variety: Merlot
Merlot is a famous red grape known for plum, black cherry, soft tannins and a smooth, rounded palate. It is central to Bordeaux and widely planted worldwide.
Its approachable structure makes it excellent with roast meats, mushrooms, tomato pasta, burgers, lamb and mild cheeses.
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