Château Haut-Brion 2012

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château Haut-Brion 2012

Tasting

Color
Dense color with a velvety red hue.

Nose
Subtle, elegant and complex, the nose reveals notes of red fruits such as blackberry and blackcurrant, accompanied by aromas of licorice, roasting and wood, with a floral touch.

Palate
The structure is tight with coated tannins. The wine is sweet, fat and juicy, offering a beautiful length in the finish.

Food and wine pairings

This wine pairs perfectly with beef, lamb, game and poultry.

Service and aging

Château Haut-Brion 2012 is best enjoyed between 16 and 18°C. To be drunk by around 2052.

The richness and refinement of an emblematic Premier Cru Classé from Pessac-Léognan

The property

Château Haut-Brion, founded in 1549 by Jean de Pontac, is the oldest of the Grands Crus of Bordeaux, located in Pessac. Covering 51 hectares, of which 48 are dedicated to red grape varieties, it is recognized for its exceptional terroir. Since 1935, the Dillon family has been managing it, thus preserving quality and tradition. The wines, carefully aged in oak barrels, are renowned for their ability to age.

The vintage

2012 is characterized in Pessac-Léognan by marked heterogeneity, with a bud break disturbed by a cool and rainy April, and slow veraison. The summer was hot and dry. The harvest took place from September 17 to October 9.

Vinification and aging

Château Haut-Brion 2012 benefited from aging in oak barrels, 75% of which were new. Bottling took place from July 8 to 10, 2014.

Blend

Merlot (65.5%) cabernet sauvignon (32.5%) and cabernet franc (2%).