| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Left Bank > Pauillac |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
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Cropped at 46hl/ha, this has a deep garnet/purple core. The nose has moderate intensity although it lacks the precision of the 2006. Blackberries, tinctures of mulberry and fresh tobacco, developing touches of violets with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied, quite peppery, the tannins a little brusque at this early juncture, the finish dry and savoury, though lacking the weight and delineation I would like to have seen. A “capable” Haut-Batailley. Tasted April 2008
Very pretty, with berry and sweet tobacco character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh and fruity finish. Delicious already.
70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, Mid claret. Very rich and full and round, Very slightly inky but massive and opulent. A little dry and green on the finish but pretty glamorous. Some freshness. A little chewy. Xavier Borie said the big challenge was to keep freshness. Drink 2012-18
(70% cabernet sauvignon and 30% merlot) Good ruby-red. Ripe aromas of currant, tobacco, cedar and chocolate. Supple, sweet and easygoing, with good fleshy texture but modest intensity and thrust to the dark fruit, chocolate, menthol and cedar flavors. Finishes with slightly dry tannins and a rather soft structure.
Deep colour, nicely expressive fruit, well-poised with elegance, style and length. Drink 2012-17. 4 stars.
