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Haut Bages Liberal 2011

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Left Bank > Pauillac
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyCabernet Sauvignon

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Tasting Notes

This well-endowed Pauillac has a deep plum/purple color, and a classic nose of cassis, licorice, barbeque smoke and a touch of oak. Medium-bodied and dense with fleshy fruit as well as silky tannins, this is a delicious wine to drink now and over the next 10-14 years.

89
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (212), April 2014

A blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, the HBL has a well defined, understated bouquet with crisp redcurrant and orange sorbet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm tannins and the finish is missing a little tension at this stage. This year, I think Clare made a better Margaux, but this is not bad at all. Tasted April 2012.

87/89
Neal Martin, RobertParker.com, April 2012

This wine has a true beauty and succulence that impresses, especially for the vintage. It's full-bodied, with fine tannins and a subtle, fruity finish. It's clarity and finesse here for 2011. Better in 2017.

93
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, February 2014
91
Tim Atkin MW, timatkin.com, April 2012

Lifted, slightly spicy cassis fruit, in a lighter, almost Margaux style, with fine freshness and length. Drink 2014-2024.

16.5
Steven Spurrier, Decanter.com, April 2012
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Smoky black currant and black cherry fruit aromas jump from the glass of this deep plum/purple-colored Pauillac. Soft, seductive tannins, medium body and excellent fruit as well as ripeness give this wine an endearing style with plenty of appeal. While there is not a lot of weight, there is an up-front forwardness that should provide attractive drinking over the next decade.

87/89
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (200), April 2012

Pretty core of fruit and ripe tannins follow through a medium body with polished tannins and a minerally, fruity and delicate finish.

89/90
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, April 2012
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