The Story
One of Bordeaux's greatest wines, Château Haut-Brion reveals extraordinary aromas of cassis, blackberry, cigar box, graphite, cedar, smoked earth, and exotic spice. Powerful yet effortlessly elegant, it delivers silky tannins, exceptional complexity, and legendary aging potential.
Food Pairing: Pair with beef Wellington, roast lamb, venison, duck breast, truffle dishes, aged Comté, or wild mushroom risotto.
95 Points - Wine Spectator
Intense aromas of violets, berries and exotic spices lead into a full-bodied palate layered with exceptionally silky tannins. Elegant, refined and beautifully proportioned, it delivers remarkable length and classic Bordeaux character. A graceful Haut-Brion that surpasses the 2000 in elegance and finesse. Best after 2009.
94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Bottled at the end of September 2003, the 2001 Château Haut-Brion is a blend of 52% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Cabernet Franc. Deep plum-purple in color, it displays the unmistakable nobility of the estate with aromas of sweet and sour cherries, blackcurrants, licorice, smoke and crushed stone. Medium-bodied with excellent purity, firm tannins and a structured, angular finish, it rewards patience and develops increasing complexity with bottle age. Anticipated maturity: 2009–2020+.
Description
One of Bordeaux's greatest wines, Château Haut-Brion reveals extraordinary aromas of cassis, blackberry, cigar box, graphite, cedar, smoked earth, and exotic spice. Powerful yet effortlessly elegant, it delivers silky tannins, exceptional complexity, and legendary aging potential.
Food Pairing: Pair with beef Wellington, roast lamb, venison, duck breast, truffle dishes, aged Comté, or wild mushroom risotto.
95 Points - Wine Spectator
Intense aromas of violets, berries and exotic spices lead into a full-bodied palate layered with exceptionally silky tannins. Elegant, refined and beautifully proportioned, it delivers remarkable length and classic Bordeaux character. A graceful Haut-Brion that surpasses the 2000 in elegance and finesse. Best after 2009.
94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Bottled at the end of September 2003, the 2001 Château Haut-Brion is a blend of 52% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon and 12% Cabernet Franc. Deep plum-purple in color, it displays the unmistakable nobility of the estate with aromas of sweet and sour cherries, blackcurrants, licorice, smoke and crushed stone. Medium-bodied with excellent purity, firm tannins and a structured, angular finish, it rewards patience and develops increasing complexity with bottle age. Anticipated maturity: 2009–2020+.
