Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion • Pessac-Leognan, France
Château La Mission Haut-Brion is the powerful, charismatic grand vin of this historic Pessac-Léognan estate, crafted pre…Château La Mission Haut-Brion is the powerful, charismatic grand vin of this historic Pessac-Léognan estate, crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grown on deep, quartz-rich gravel over clay and sand just outside Bordeaux…Learn More »
$364
/750ml
2022 Retail Average
98
/100
2022 Pro Rating
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2022 rolls in with deep blackcurrant and blueberry fruit edged by graphite, tobacco leaf and warm stones, delivering a powerful yet finely sculpted palate where dense, ripe fruit is carried by vivid acidity and long, silky but assertive tannins. There’s a striking mix of richness and clarity here, giving a muscular wine that still feels poised and vibrant, with a resonant, mineral-driven finish that promises long development in bottle.
Roast rib of beef with bone marrow; Herb-crusted lamb saddle; Dry-aged duck breast with blackcurrant jus
Château La Mission Haut-Brion is the powerful, charismatic grand vin of this historic Pessac-Léognan estate, crafted predominantly from Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grown on deep, quartz-rich gravel over clay and sand just outside Bordeaux. Often dubbed Bordeaux’s “sixth first growth,” it is known for intensely structured yet velvety reds that marry opulence with finesse and age effortlessly for decades, reflecting a terroir closely linked to neighboring Château Haut-Brion but with its own distinct, brooding personality.