Pessac-Leognan
Located just south of Bordeaux, the Péssac-Léognan AOC is renowned for producing exceptional red and white wines. The area's unique terroir, characterized by gravelly soil, allows for excellent drainage and provides the perfect environment for the cultivation of the region's signature varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot for reds and Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon for whites. Château Haut-Brion is amongst the most prestigious First Growth in this appellation. Other renowned wineries in the region include the Super Second Château La Mission Haut-Brion, and the fast ascending Château Smith Haut-Lafitte and Domaine de Chevalier, all of which are known for their exceptional red and white blends.
Pessac-Leognan
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£363.12 |
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James Suckling (93-94)Nicely firm and structured with a tight core of blackberry, stone and bark with some graphite. Grainy, firm tannins. Fresh and focused finish. 51.3% merlot, 45.2% cabernet sauvignon and 3.5% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£109.46 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Really fresh and linear with graphite, tar, berry and stone aromas and flavors. Medium and fine on the palate showing no heat or over-maturity. Attractive tannins at the end. 55.9% merlot, 35.4% cabernet sauvignon and 8.7% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92 (WA) |
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£339.80 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Opening with a gourmand and inviting bouquet of dark berries, cassis, mulberries and spices, the 2023 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion offers a juicy, round and supple palate framed by velvety tannins and lively acidity. Approachable yet well structured, it concludes with a long, fresh finish. This is a convincing success in this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
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£311.60 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Opening with a gourmand and inviting bouquet of dark berries, cassis, mulberries and spices, the 2023 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion offers a juicy, round and supple palate framed by velvety tannins and lively acidity. Approachable yet well structured, it concludes with a long, fresh finish. This is a convincing success in this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (WA) |
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£1,369.27 |
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Wine Advocate (92)A blend of 84% Semillon and 16% Sauvignon Blanc, this wine displays oodles of figs, melon, crushed rock, white flowers and grapefruit. Its excellent texture, medium to full body make for a beautiful example of dry white Graves. Anticipated maturity: now-2025. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (WA) |
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£1,369.27 |
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Wine Advocate (92)A beautiful 1,000-case blend of 83% Semillon and the rest Sauvignon Blanc from the owners of La Mission Haut-Brion and Haut-Brion, this beauty exhibits oodles of marmalade, honeysuckle, caramelized melons and candle wax in a medium-bodied, authoritative style. Drink it over the next decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
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£211.07 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 93-94 (JS) |
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£107.06 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£253.22 |
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James Suckling (94-95)A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
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£603.12 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
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£447.80 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2023 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is bright and focused. Lemon peel, slate, mint, chalk and white pepper bristle with tension and energy. Airy and gracious, with lovely understated persistence, the 2023 is a total delight. This is impeccably done. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£212.00 |
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
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£176.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 15 | - |
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£292.01 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£189.34 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
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£262.38 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£284.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)Nicely firm and structured with a tight core of blackberry, stone and bark with some graphite. Grainy, firm tannins. Fresh and focused finish. 51.3% merlot, 45.2% cabernet sauvignon and 3.5% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£88.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Really fresh and linear with graphite, tar, berry and stone aromas and flavors. Medium and fine on the palate showing no heat or over-maturity. Attractive tannins at the end. 55.9% merlot, 35.4% cabernet sauvignon and 8.7% cabernet franc. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£262.50 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Opening with a gourmand and inviting bouquet of dark berries, cassis, mulberries and spices, the 2023 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion offers a juicy, round and supple palate framed by velvety tannins and lively acidity. Approachable yet well structured, it concludes with a long, fresh finish. This is a convincing success in this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£239.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)Opening with a gourmand and inviting bouquet of dark berries, cassis, mulberries and spices, the 2023 La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion offers a juicy, round and supple palate framed by velvety tannins and lively acidity. Approachable yet well structured, it concludes with a long, fresh finish. This is a convincing success in this vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£1,109.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)A blend of 84% Semillon and 16% Sauvignon Blanc, this wine displays oodles of figs, melon, crushed rock, white flowers and grapefruit. Its excellent texture, medium to full body make for a beautiful example of dry white Graves. Anticipated maturity: now-2025. |
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Bordeaux | 4 | 92 (WA) |
In Bond
£1,109.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)A beautiful 1,000-case blend of 83% Semillon and the rest Sauvignon Blanc from the owners of La Mission Haut-Brion and Haut-Brion, this beauty exhibits oodles of marmalade, honeysuckle, caramelized melons and candle wax in a medium-bodied, authoritative style. Drink it over the next decade or more. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 91 (VN (NM)) |
In Bond
£169.00 |
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Vinous - Neal Martin (91)The 2012 Clarté de Haut-Brion is slightly more youthful than the Chapelle de la Mission with black brambly fruit, sandalwood and light rolled tobacco aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. There is fine weight for a Deuxième Vin and a satisfying freshness with a judicious pepperiness adorning the tensile finish. Excellent. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year-On tasting. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 93-94 (JS) |
In Bond
£86.00 |
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James Suckling (93-94)This shows beautiful density and layers for a baby white with cooked apples, pears and hints of yogurt. Full-bodied, fresh and bright. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£203.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)A lovely, dense white with pretty phenolic tension and dried-apple and peach character. Medium to full body. Phenolics give this tension. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 94-95 (JS) |
In Bond
£484.00 |
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James Suckling (94-95)Very structured second wine with density and freshness. It’s full-bodied and creamy with a flavorful, lightly chewy palate. About 75% semillon, the rest sauvignon. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 92 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£352.50 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)The 2023 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is bright and focused. Lemon peel, slate, mint, chalk and white pepper bristle with tension and energy. Airy and gracious, with lovely understated persistence, the 2023 is a total delight. This is impeccably done. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£156.00 |
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Bordeaux | 3 | - |
In Bond
£126.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 15 | - |
In Bond
£202.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£144.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | - |
In Bond
£193.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Garde 2020, an exemplary embodiment of masterful viniculture. This red blend is cultivated in the most fertile vineyards of France, benefitting from the region's rhythmically shifting climatic conditions. With every sip, you'll discern a delectable harmony of ripe cherries, plums, and tantalising spice notes — a testament to its impeccable balance of Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre grapes. Honouring traditional wine-making methods, the genius vintners at Garde 2020 hand-select the choicest grapes. Months of meticulous fermentation in French oak barrels bequeath the wine its remarkably smooth finish - a finish hailed in global wine circles for its captivating complexity. As a showpiece of what the 2020 vintage offered, Garde 2020 captures the essence of time, passion and craftsmanship into each bottle. Not merely a wine, but an ode to the vintner's art; make Garde 2020 your indulgence, your celebration, your memory maker. |
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