The 2009 Le Parde de Haut Bailly is a Bordeaux blend from the esteemed region of Pessac-Léognan in Bordeaux, France. This red wine, crafted by Le Parde de Haut Bailly, combines 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and 16% Cabernet Franc, presenting a deep, vibrant, opaque ruby hue.

Cory Gowan of JJ Buckley awarded this wine a remarkable score of 93, highlighting its enticing aromas of "black cherry, crème de cassis, a touch of plum, and crushed rocks." Gowan praises the bouquet as "complex and alluring," noting the wine’s bright and rich entry with chocolaty undertones, black fruit, and tea notes. The balance between fruit, spice, and acidity is described as powerful, with additional notes of pencil lead, blueberry, and a hint of tar rounding out the finish. Gowan emphasizes that this second wine of Haut-Bailly is "better than many first wines," and suggests it is "primed and ready to drink now," offering Bordeaux pleasure for the next decade.

Wine Spectator also reviewed the 2009 vintage, giving it a score of 90. Their review commends the wine’s polished nature, with an "alluring incense and licorice edge" complementing the "core of supple black cherry, anise, and plum sauce flavors." The review acknowledges the presence of "suave black tea and tar hints" on the finish, describing the wine as "open-knit and rounded." Wine Spectator suggests enjoying this wine now through 2018.

Overall, the 2009 Le Parde de Haut Bailly stands out for its complex aroma profile and harmonious balance of flavors, earning high praise from both reviewers. This wine promises an elegant and satisfying experience, particularly for those who appreciate a nuanced Bordeaux blend.