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Château La Mission Haut-Brion Pessac-Léognan Red Bordeaux Blend 2010
One of the most powerful La Missions ever produced, the 2010, a blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc, achieved 15% natural alcohol (even higher than the 2009's 14.7%). Nevertheless, the pH is normal which gives the wine an extraordinary precision, freshness and vibrancy despite its massive size. A blue/purple color is followed by a classic nose of blueberry liqueur, creme de cassis, spring flowers and crushed rocks. This monumental, full-bodied, incredibly rich La Mission-Haut-Brion will need a decade of cellaring and should last for 40-50 years. It is slightly fatter and creamier than its sibling rival, the 2010 Chateau Haut-Brion. Robert Parker
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The 2010 La Mission Haut-Brion has a very flattering bouquet with detailed red and black fruit laced with chestnut, cedar and sous-bois. This is supremely well focused. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins. There is immense depth here, more savoury than expected with chestnut once again, white pepper and a tinge of dried blood towards the finish. Outstanding. Tasted from an ex-château bottle at the BI Wines & Spirits 10-Year On tasting. (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2020)
The 2010 La Mission Haut-Brion has a very flattering bouquet with detailed red and black fruit laced with chestnut, cedar and sous-bois. This is supremely well focused. The palate is medium-bodied with fine grain tannins. There is immense depth here, more savoury than expected with chestnut once again, white pepper and a tinge of dried blood towards the finish. Outstanding. Tasted from an ex-château bottle at the BI Wines & Spirits 10-Year On tasting. (Neal Martin, Vinous, April 2020)
9.8
Esteban Arce
Lush extracted blue and black fruit. Cloves new leather over poweres the bouquet. Cassis with mouth watering acidity. Neverending finish !
Lush extracted blue and black fruit. Cloves new leather over poweres the bouquet. Cassis with mouth watering acidity. Neverending finish !
9.5
DLynn
Penfolds Ambassador
Smokin
Smokin
9.4
Scott T
VP/Senior Wine Specialist Christie's
Bringing this bad boy to an auction in Nov...
Bringing this bad boy to an auction in Nov...
9.6
leon egozi
NY Wine Spectator Event- always awesome!
NY Wine Spectator Event- always awesome!
9.4
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