2020 Larrivet Haut Brion Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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JD 95 TWI 94 VN 94 WE 94 DC 93 JA 93 JL 93 WA 93 WS 93 JS 92
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, March 2023

The 2020 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion is a gorgeous, incredibly satisfying Pessac, and it's certainly up with the finest vintages I've tasted from this estate. It has lots of red, blue, and black fruits as well as ample...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, March 2023

The 2020 Larrivet Haut-Brion Rouge is a blend of 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, and 13% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet-purple in color, it needs a little shaking to wake up scents of fresh red and black currants...
VN 94

Vinous, February 2023

The 2020 Larrivet Haut-Brion is a powerful, dark wine marked by strong Cabernets that lend tons of aromatic presence and sheer density. This virile, explosive Pessac-Léognan packs quite the punch. Blackberry, gravel...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, April 2023

This estate, at the top of its game, has produced a structured wine with great berry fruits and a good future. A series of impressive tannins are fully integrated into the wine's freshness. Drink from 2026. - Roger Voss
DC 93

Decanter, February 2023

Such a perfumed nose of roses and violet-edged blackcurrants and plums. Fragrant and alluring. Also bright and floral on the palate, really quite marked with nuance and detail. Lovely expression, it’s not super-ripe or in...
JA 93

janeanson.com, January 2023

Thoroughly enjoyable Larrivet Haut-Brion, firm tannins, leather and liqourice, blackberry and cassis fruits, silky smooth texture, this is good qualilty and confident. Interesting ageing here, with 100% new oak for...
JL 93

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2023

It is the purity in the fruit coupled with the wine's elegant nature that is at the core of this wine. Silky, refined, and fresh, the layers of polished red fruits, sweet, ripe, clean cherries, blackberries, and...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2023

The 2020 Larrivet Haut-Brion bursts with aromas of red berries, vine smoke, orange rind and petals, followed by a medium to full-bodied, lively and complete palate built around powdery tannins and vibrant fruit flavors...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, November 2022

Quite ripe, with a mix of loganberry, mulberry and plum compote flavors that move through slowly, framed with alder, savory and red tea accents. Everything melds steadily through the finish, picking up red tea and bay...
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, December 2022

Aromas of black cherries and currants with cloves and licorice, some dark chocolate and wet earth. Medium-bodied with an array of ripe, juicy tannins and a chalky texture. Vivid and succulent with dark fruits and a...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Pessac Leognan
Vintage 2020
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 13.5%
Closure Cork

The 2020 Larrivet Haut Brion is an exceptional Bordeaux Blend that embodies the elegance and complexity of the renowned Bordeaux region in France. With its deep red color and a cork closure, this wine exudes a sense of tradition and sophistication.

On the nose, the wine reveals a captivating bouquet of red berries, vine smoke, orange rind, and delicate petals. These aromas create a harmonious symphony of scents that entice the senses and invite exploration. The initial impression is one of intrigue and anticipation.

As the wine touches the palate, it showcases a medium to full-bodied structure that is both lively and complete. The powdery tannins and vibrant fruit flavors create a seamless texture that dances on the tongue. The winemaking team employed some whole bunch for their old vine Cabernet Franc, which adds another layer of complexity and excellence to the blend.

The 2020 Larrivet Haut Brion is impressively vibrant and harmonious, showcasing the skill and expertise of the producer. It is a wine that embodies the essence of its terroir and showcases the unique character of the Pessac Leognan sub-region within Bordeaux.

Renowned wine critic Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine an impressive score of 93. He describes it as a wine bursting with aromas and praises its lively palate and vibrant fruit flavors. Decanter also awarded it a score of 93, highlighting its perfumed nose, floral palate, and nuanced details.

Other esteemed critics such as James Suckling, Jeb Dunnuck, Vinous, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Spectator, and Jane Anson have also showered this wine with high praises and accolades, further cementing its status as an exceptional Bordeaux Blend.

With an alcohol percentage of 13.5, this wine strikes a perfect balance between power and finesse. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now, but will also benefit from further aging. For those who appreciate the artistry and complexity of Bordeaux wines, the 2020 Larrivet Haut Brion is a must-have addition to any collection.