Château Haut-Brion

Italy is not only one of the oldest wine countries in the world, but also one of the most diverse. From the Alpine north to the warm south, from the Mediterranean coasts to the higher elevations of the Apennines, hardly any other country offers such a broad range of grape varieties, climates, and wine styles. With more than 20 wine regions, over 400 indigenous grape varieties, and a deeply rooted culture of enjoyment, Italy is among the world’s most important wine producers.

Italy is not only one of the oldest wine countries in the world, but also one of the most diverse. From the Alpine north to the warm south, from the Mediterranean coasts to the higher elevations of the Apennines, hardly any other country offers such a broad range of grape varieties, climates, and wine styles. With more than 20 wine regions, over 400 indigenous grape varieties, and a deeply rooted culture of enjoyment, Italy is among the world’s most important wine producers.

Italy is not only one of the oldest wine countries in the world, but also one of the most diverse. From the Alpine north to the warm south, from the Mediterranean coasts to the higher elevations of the Apennines, hardly any other country offers such a broad range of grape varieties, climates, and wine styles. With more than 20 wine regions, over 400 indigenous grape varieties, and a deeply rooted culture of enjoyment, Italy is among the world’s most important wine producers.

The Grand Vin of Château Haut-Brion ranks among the world's greatest red wines. Typical aromas include blackcurrant, plum, cigar box, graphite, leather, smoke and spices. Particularly characteristic is the often-described smoky note that many tasters regard as Haut-Brion's unmistakable signature.

The wines possess exceptional depth and continue to evolve over decades. Great vintages can mature for many decades and rank among the most sought-after collectors' wines.

Alongside the Grand Vin, the château produces a second wine, “Le Clarence de Haut-Brion”, which offers earlier access to the house style. The neighbouring Château La Mission Haut-Brion belongs to the same ownership family and together the two estates form one of Bordeaux's most important centres of quality.

The château's white wines also command particular attention. “Haut-Brion Blanc” is one of France's rarest and most sought-after dry white wines. Its combination of concentration, freshness and longevity makes it an icon of French wine.