2009 La Mission Haut Brion Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JD 100 WA 100 JL 99 DC 97 JS 97 NM 97 WE 97 WS 96 JR 95
JD 100

jebdunnuck.com, March 2024

An absolute legendary wine that ranks with the handful of truly monumental wines of the past 100 years or so is the 2009 Château La Mission Haut-Brion, which is close to an even split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with...
WA 100

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, March 2019

The deep garnet colored 2009 La Mission Haut-Brion absolutely sings of warm red and black currants, chocolate-covered cherries, liquid licorice, sassafras and espresso with hint of lilacs, pencil shavings and truffles...
JL 99

TheWineCellarInsider.com, September 2019

Powerful, full-bodied, youthful, mouth filling and packed to gills with layers of dark, red and black fruits, the wine is big. But it is also balanced, long, deep, regal and complex. Made from blending 47% Cabernet...
DC 97

Decanter, February 2019

As with its sibling, Haut-Brion, you immediately get a sense of the generosity of the year here. It has a striking nose with touches of kirsch, black cherry, liquorice and dark chocolate, while the exoticism of 2009 is...
JS 97

jamessuckling.com, March 2019

Dark, cool and sleek, this is a very sophisticated wine with great structure and polished tannins that's just beginning to give its best. The cassis and blackberry fruit is brightest on the long finish and that suggests...
NM 97

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, May 2014

Tasted at Farr Vintner's La Mission dinner. The 2009 Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion continues to impress. Here it has a sweet and generous bouquet than is just as generous and as opulent as back in January: billowing...
WE 97

Wine Enthusiast, February 2012

Such a generous and ripe wine with a dark core of tannins surrounded by opulent fruit. Black fruits coffee very concentrated flavors a powerhouse of structure and richness. The warmth of the wine is palpable as is the...
WS 96

Wine Spectator, March 2012

This is forcefully rendered with dark tar espresso and chocolate up front backed by dense layers of fig sauce currant reduction and smoldering black tea leaves. There's dense flesh and great drive on the finish which has...
JR 95

Jancis Robinson's Purple Pages, November 2013

(18.5/20) Very rich yet fresh. Thick and dense. Still a bit young.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2009
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.5%
Closure Cork

Created by the noble Lestonnac family in the early years of the 16th century, the vineyard of Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion owes its name and its reputation to a missionary order commonly known as the Lazarites, who held the property from 1682 until the French Revolution.

The property is situated just opposite that of Chateau Haut-Brion, in the Pessac-Leognan appellation of the Northern Graves region. The vineyard covers an area of 29 hectares of which 26.60 hectares are planted with 42.7% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10.3% Cabernet Franc with an annual production of 6,000 to 7,000 cases. Over 3 hectares are devoted to white grape varieties (Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc).

In 1983, the Dillon family, already owners of Chateau Haut-Brion, added Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion to Domaine Clarence Dillon’s holdings. The new owners immediately set to work on an ambitious renovation program for the property, giving La Mission a new lease on life.

In the space of twenty-five years, the Dillon family, having fallen under the spell of this enchanting estate, successfully completed their impressive makeover of Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion so that for many years to come , it might continue to offer wine connoisseurs the world over a little glimpse of paradise in each bottle.

Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion is definitely bewitching. It possesses a great intensity that delights with complex red fruits and and the signature of its terroir showing notes of Havana cigars, chocolate, and roasted cedarwood. On the palate, the wine is spherical and generous with a long, silky finish.

This 2009 La Mission Haut Brion is a remarkable Bordeaux blend from the Pessac Leognan sub-region of Bordeaux, France. With its deep garnet color, this wine is a true beauty to behold. It exudes an air of elegance and sophistication, inviting you to indulge in its complex aromas and flavors.

On the nose, this wine sings with warm red and black currants, chocolate-covered cherries, and liquid licorice. Hints of sassafras, espresso, lilacs, pencil shavings, and truffles add layers of complexity. The bouquet is truly captivating and promises a sensory journey like no other.

As you take your first sip, you'll be greeted by a full-bodied and rich palate that is nothing short of decadent. The mouthfeel is velvety and luxurious, with black fruit preserves and exotic spice layers that dance on your tongue. The wine is framed by wonderfully velvety tannins and seamless freshness, creating a harmonious balance.

Renowned wine critic Lisa Perrotti-Brown of Robert Parker's Wine Advocate scored this wine a perfect 100 points, praising its boldness, structure, and complexity. James Suckling also gave it an impressive 97 points, noting its dark, cool, and sleek nature, along with its great aging potential.

Another notable reviewer, Alex Shaw of JJ Buckley, gave this wine a score of 98 points. Shaw describes it as a deep, brooding wine with tremendous structure and complexity. The aromas of Santa Rosa plum, crushed blackberry, smoked meat, and black licorice create a stunning nose. The soft tannins and lingering finish make this wine a true pleasure to savor.

With accolades from other esteemed publications such as Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Neal Martin's Wine Journal, Jancis Robinson's Purple Pages, TheWineCellarInsider.com, and Decanter, it's clear that this 2009 La Mission Haut Brion is a wine of exceptional quality and craftsmanship.

This wine is best enjoyed now or can be cellared for further aging, allowing its flavors and structure to evolve and mature. Pair it with hearty dishes such as roasted lamb, beef tenderloin, or aged cheeses to enhance its complexity and depth.