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2021 Château La Mission Haut-Brion

Sale price $295.00 | In Stock Ships from our French cellar (Delivery in 4-10 days) | Drink or Cellar

A challenging vintage brought elegance and complexity to this wine. Aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, and earthy spices are nuanced and inviting. The palate is vibrant and layered, with fine tannins and a long, refined finish.


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Cellared at 55°F & 70% Humidity

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Yeast and apple aromas are lifted by the wine's acidity and a citrus shot. It is still young, its apple flavors and touches of wood giving shape to this impressive wine. Drink from 2026.

Wine Enthusiast
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Blackcurrants and graphite aromas follow through to a medium body with very fine tannins and a savory finish. Fluid, with a subtle and open character. Stone and dust at the end. So drinkable now but will improve with age.

James Suckling
95

Green peppercorns and tomato leaf mingle with blackcurrant on the nose. Quite herbal and savoury, earthy almost with hints of fragranced perfume also. Supple with lots of energy, focus and precision - this has a real brightness to the red berry summer fruits. Crystalline and pure, a weightless touch almost but there are still tannins that give a soft support around the palate. Elegant and charming, not demonstrative really, but confident nonetheless. Quite high acidity keeps the freshness and zing and this also has a graphite undertone giving the minerality. Well worked and a characterful wine. Delicate but very enjoyable.

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2021 Château La Mission Haut-Brion Sale price $295.00 | In Stock Ships from our French cellar (Delivery in 4-10 days) | Drink or Cellar

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The Estate

Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a prestigious wine estate located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, France. Founded in the 16th century, it has a long and illustrious history in winemaking. The estate was acquired by the owners of Château Haut-Brion, the Dillon family, in 1983, but it continues to maintain its distinct identity and wine style. La Mission Haut-Brion is classified as a Graves Cru Classé, producing both red and white wines of exceptional quality and aging potential.

10123573100817 1990
1990
1990

Old Vines Master Sun

Intense summer warmth challenged vines, but La Mission's deep gravel-clay soils provided perfect water balance through heat spikes. The estate's ancient parcels and strategic Graves position preserved freshness despite intense temperatures. The wine reveals profound smoke notes, black fruit intensity, and the mineral tension that marks this historic site.

10123573100817 1993
1993
1993

Late Rain Challenges Harvest

September rains complicated the harvest timing at La Mission, yet the estate's renowned gravel soils provided crucial drainage during the wet period. The old Cabernet Sauvignon vines on the Haut-Brion plateau demonstrated their ability to withstand difficult conditions. The wine reflects the vintage's lean character, showing classic Graves tobacco and earth notes with moderate concentration and an elegant structure.

10123573100817 2015
2015
2015

Perfect Conditions Yield Bordeaux Gem

The 2015 growing season at La Mission Haut-Brion was characterized by a warm, dry summer followed by ideal conditions during harvest. These factors led to perfect ripeness in both Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, resulting in grapes with exceptional concentration and balance. The 2015 La Mission Haut-Brion captures the essence of this stellar vintage, showcasing both power and elegance.

10123573100817 2019
2019
2019

Freshness Meets Bordeaux Power

The 2019 growing season at La Mission Haut-Brion saw a mix of challenges and favorable conditions, with a rainy spring followed by a hot, dry summer. Timely rains in September refreshed the vines, allowing for optimal ripening and harvest under ideal conditions. The resulting wine showcases the vintage's hallmark freshness and concentration, with La Mission Haut-Brion's signature power and finesse.

10123573100817 2020
2020
2020

Deep Roots Find Water

Early summer heat in Pessac-Léognan accelerated ripening across La Mission's historic gravelly slopes. The estate's ancient vines, deeply rooted in the complex gravel-clay subsoils, maintained crucial balance through intense drought conditions. The wine captures both power and precision, showing the concentrated dark fruits and smoky mineral notes that define this noble terroir.

10123573100817 2021
2021
2021

Gravel Heights Shield Fruit

Early frost impact was followed by difficult conditions through July, yet the vineyard's elevated gravel croupe provided crucial drainage during late summer rains. The estate's unique microclimate helped extend the growing season through October. The final blend shows impressive concentration with crushed rock minerality and La Mission's characteristic smoky complexity despite the challenging year.

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