Haut-Brion
Le Clarence de Haut-Brion 2010 Graves 750 mL
$469.99Fresh red berries emerge after a little air, joined by cocoa and finely measured spice. The palate opens soft and composed, then gains depth through concentrated fruit and a firm but polished structure. Merlot gives the centre a supple feel, while the Cabernet varieties add shape, freshness and length. The finish is persistent and balanced, carrying red fruit, cocoa and subtle savoury detail with a calm, refined character.
Château Haut-Brion 1990 Pessac-Leognan
$1,999.99Opulent and mature, with ripe blackcurrant, mulberry and red currant layered with cedar, fine leather, tobacco, mushroom, chocolate and warm spice. The full-bodied palate is round and concentrated, balancing sweet fruit with fresh acidity, mature silky tannins and excellent depth. A long, pure finish follows; decant for about two hours and serve with beef tenderloin or roast lamb.
Château Haut-Brion 2004 Pessac-Leognan
$1,789.99Refined and restrained, with blackcurrant, black cherry and savoury dark fruit joined by graphite, cedar, smoke, cigar box and mineral notes. Medium-bodied and focused, the palate combines fresh acidity with fine, well-integrated tannins, measured concentration and notable vitality. The finish is long and pure; decant for about four hours and serve with simply prepared beef or lamb.
Château Haut-Brion 1995 Pessac-Leognan
$2,199.99Deep and refined, with blackcurrant, plum and blackberry joined by graphite, cedar, tobacco leaf, leather, earth and subtle smoke. The palate is full-bodied yet elegant, combining ripe dark fruit with polished, still-present tannins, bright acidity and mineral precision. A long, savoury finish rewards about three hours in a decanter; serve with roast lamb, veal or game birds.