La Clarte de Haut Brion blanc 2014

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France / Bordeaux / Graves / Pessac-Léognan

Prince Robert of Luxembourg has been in charge of Château Haut-Brion since 2008, succeeding his mother Joan Dillon. After studying art in the USA, among other things, he returned to his family home to gradually take over the management of the company. With La Clarté de Haut-Brion, he produces a rare and exceptional white wine, due to both the very small quantity and the composition of the cuvée. This wine is blended from two wines: Château Haut-Brion-Blanc and Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc. The exceptionally beautiful "Indian Summer" in September 2014, with temperatures around 30°C, allowed the grapes to ripen perfectly.

Wine profile: La Clarte de Haut Brion blanc 2014

Expansion: 9-12 months in 39% new barriques

Grape variety (filter): 34% Semillon, 66% Sauvignon Blanc

Maturity: 2017 – 2023

Alcohol content (in % vol.): 14% Vol.

Allergens: contains sulphites

Manufacturer/importer: Château Haut Brion, 135 Avenue Jean Jaurès, FR-33608 Pessac Cedex, France

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Specifications

  • James Suckling
    96/100

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Château La Mission Haut-Brion

Château La Mission Haut Brion lies directly next to Haut Brion. This historic estate, named after the Lazarists who cultivated it in the 17th century, is now owned by the Dillon family, which acquired it in 1983.

Renovation and modernisation: Inspired by the ethos and dedication of the Lazarists, the Dillon family began renovating the château and modernising the cellar. Within 25 years, they succeeded in raising the quality of the wines to the point where they could once again be counted among the great Grand Cru Classé.

Top ratings: The wines of Château La Mission Haut Brion are appreciated worldwide and regularly achieve top ratings from renowned wine critics. Robert Parker particularly highlights the château: ‘In my private cellar, I have more bottles of La Mission Haut Brion than of any other wine in the world.’

Red and white wines: In addition to its famous red wines, the estate also produces small quantities of white wine, known for their elegance and freshness.

Château La Mission Haut Brion stands for excellent winemaking and tradition, and remains a highly respected name in the world of Grand Cru Classé wines.