The 1993 La Mission Haut Brion is a Bordeaux blend produced by La Mission Haut Brion in the Pessac Leognan sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine is sealed with a cork and has an alcohol content of 12.5%. The wine has garnered notable attention from professional reviewers, who have praised its characteristics and aging potential.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated this wine 91 points, describing it as "another superb wine in an off year." According to the review published on January 1, 2003, the wine exhibits a "deep plum/ruby color" and a "sweet nose of black fruits intermixed with charcoal and mineral." The tasting note highlights its medium body, ripe tannin, and elegant, concentrated richness that persists on the palate. Parker's review also indicates that the wine is "coming into full maturity" and should last for at least another decade. He concludes by calling it "undoubtedly the sleeper of the vintage."
Vinous gave the wine a score of 90 points, noting that the 1993 vintage is a better offering compared to previous years. As per the review dated September 1, 2021, the blend for this vintage saw half the amount of Merlot compared to 1992 and included a higher percentage of Cabernet Franc (18%). The reviewer, Neal Martin, observed a "slightly rustic nose" with "light espresso aromas infusing black fruit" that became "quite ferrous with aeration." The wine is described as medium-bodied with "commendable vigor," although it is noted to be a "no frills" La Mission with a somewhat austere finish. Despite this, the wine delivers "decent length and harmony."
Overall, the 1993 La Mission Haut Brion is a well-regarded wine from an otherwise challenging vintage. It has impressed reviewers with its depth, complexity, and aging potential, making it a noteworthy choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike.