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1997 Haut-Brion, Pessac-Léognan

1997 Haut-Brion, Pessac-Léognan

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Int'l Wine Cellar

Review Date: 06/2000

Good deep red. Thoroughly ripe aromas of redcurrant, Cuban tobacco and chestnut. Lovely purity and delineation of flavor; lively and intense. Finishes with ripe, very fine tannins and impressive persistence. The finish still hints at youthful austerity. A star of the vintage. (ST)

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Wine Spectator

Review Date: 01/2000
A stunningly gorgeous red. Beautiful aromas of licorice, berries and flowers. Medium- to full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, succulent finish. Very fine indeed. (JS)

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Jancis Robinson

Review Date: 10/2007
Mid ruby with a rust-coloured rim. Vigorous attack with, again, marked acidity on the palate but it also opened out very winningly, especially with food. Dry finish but overall a very graceful wine – a lovely, welcoming bottle already quite evolved. 17.5/20 points

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Wine Advocate

Review Date: 04/2000
This light to middle-weight Haut-Brion exhibits an evolved, sweet red and black currant nose with notions of scorched earth, minerals, and tobacco. Although not big, it exhibits fine ripeness, harmony, and elegance, velvety tannin, and sweet fruit presented in a charming, open-knit, evolved format. The wine may develop even more complexity, meriting a higher score. (RP)

Notes

93 points Neal Martin's Wine Journal: "A deep garnet core. The nose is lifted and vigorous, even compared to the other First Growth ‘97s with hints of mint, liquorices and black olives. Very attractive bouquet. The palate is full-bodied with a wonderful sense of balance, that tell-tale earthiness in the middle but very good structure and vigour. Hints of portabello mushroom, black truffle and bell pepper on the finish, with just a touch of greenness that merely complements the wine as a whole. Good length. A very fine ’97 on par with Lafite. Drink now-2020. Tasted September 2006." (7/2008)

Product Details

Origin: Pessac-Leognan/Graves, Bordeaux, France

Type/Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon and Blends

SKU: #110591