2014 La Mission Haut Brion Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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JA 98 JS 96 TWI 96 DC 95 JD 95 JL 95 WA 95 VN 95 WE 95 WS 94
JA 98

janeanson.com, February 2024

This is a briliant vintage for both wines of the Haut-Brion stable at the time, I remember them standing out during En Primeur, and wow this is still delivering, right up there at the top of the lineup. Fleshy and...
JS 96

jamessuckling.com, February 2017

The typicity of La Mission is really here. Aromas of iodine, oyster shell, currants and orange peel are evident. Full-bodied, tight and tannic with a muscular and toned texture that holds the wine down at the moment, but...
TWI 96

The Wine Independent, March 2024

Deep garnet-brick in color, the 2014 La Mission Haut-Brion needs a swirl or two to unlock notes of blackberry pie, creme de cassis, and espresso plus nuances of truffle, tapenade, and fragrant soil. The medium to...
DC 95

Decanter, April 2015

Fresh attack, dominated by late summer fruits, perfectly ripe. Floating gossamer structure, the tannins are deceptively fine and tight; blackberry and raspberry fruit firmly in check. A lovely wine, medium to long term...
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, November 2017

The 2014 Château La Mission Haut Brion is slightly more elegant and pretty compared to the richer, slightly more masculine Haut Brion. A blend of 54% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and a splash of Cabernet Franc, it shows...
JL 95

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2015

(94-95 points) Fleshy, bright, exciting and sweet, this full-bodied, tannic, rich and structured wine delivers a multifaceted finish of cassis, tobacco and dark berry but demands at least a decade to rise to its riches...
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2017

The 2014 La Mission Haut Brion is a blend of 54% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, picked between 15 September and 8 October and raised in 55% new oak. It has retained that engagingly fresh and vibrant...
VN 95

Vinous, March 2024

The 2014 La Mission Haut-Brion offers bright and vivid scents that immediately captivate the olfactory scenes: black fruit, cedar, pencil box and light, minty aromas. It's much better than its First Growth neighbor. The...
WE 95

Wine Enthusiast, April 2017

Richly endowed, the wine is beautifully concentrated. Still young it has considerable potential with its rich fruits and firm tannins. There is a strongly juicy aftertaste that brings in the freshness of the year. The...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, March 2017

Fleshy and very compact, with layers of dark fig, black currant paste and blackberry reduction still sorting themselves out. Sports a serious spine of tar while a well-roasted apple wood element forms the backdrop on the...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2014
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.

Introducing the 2014 La Mission Haut Brion, a Bordeaux Blend from the esteemed Pessac Leognan sub-region in Bordeaux, France. This wine exudes elegance and finesse, showcasing the true typicity of La Mission Haut Brion. With its deep red color and a closure sealed with a cork, this wine is sure to capture the attention of any wine enthusiast.

On the nose, the 2014 La Mission Haut Brion reveals a captivating bouquet of iodine, oyster shell, currants, and orange peel. As the wine opens up, additional layers of black fruit, cold stone, and a hint of black olive emerge, adding complexity to the aromatic profile.

Upon tasting, the wine impresses with its fleshy and compact structure. It showcases layers of dark fig, black currant paste, and blackberry reduction, all still integrating and sorting themselves out. A serious spine of tar adds depth and intensity, while a well-roasted apple wood element forms a harmonious backdrop on the dense finish. The range and density of flavors in this wine truly set it apart.

Renowned critics have praised the 2014 La Mission Haut Brion for its exceptional quality and aging potential. Wine Spectator awarded it a score of 94, attesting to its longevity and recommending it to be enjoyed from 2020 through 2030. Wine Enthusiast bestowed a score of 95, highlighting its richness, concentration, and firm tannins. James Suckling also praised this vintage, awarding it a remarkable score of 96 and noting its muscular and toned texture.

The 2014 La Mission Haut Brion is a blend of 54% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon. It was aged in 55% new oak, contributing to its well-integrated structure. This wine demands patience and will reward those who cellar it for at least a decade. With its exquisite fruit, spiciness, and impressive persistence, this La Mission Haut Brion is destined to reveal its true nature and bring immense pleasure to those who appreciate its greatness.

In summary, the 2014 La Mission Haut Brion is a wine of exceptional character and finesse. Its complexity, structure, and aging potential make it a true gem from the Bordeaux region. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for years to come, this wine promises a remarkable and memorable experience.