Haut Brion Magnum 2006
Haut Brion Magnum 2006 is a dry, full-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc (Pessac-Léognan, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, steak. Listed at £1050.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haut Brion 2009 Château Haut Brion · Bordeaux | £900.00 | |||
| Figeac 2018 Château Figeac · Bordeaux | £225.00 | |||
| La Mission Haut Brion 2021 Château La Mission-Haut-Brion · Bordeaux | £200.00 | |||
| Certan de May 1990 Chateau Certan de May · Bordeaux | £175.00 |
Haut-Brion 2006 is a full-bodied Bordeaux red wine from the Pessac-Léognan region. Situated in Graves, Château Haut-Brion holds the prestigious distinction of First Growth status as awarded in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, firmly establishing its reputation as one of the best producers in the region. The estate predominantly dedicates its vineyard to red grape varieties, encompassing 48 hectares of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Presented here in magnum is their Grand Vin from the 2006 vintage. "Less obvious than La Mission, this is more about charcoal, grilled berries and crisp minerality, with a near-perfect tightrope of freshness. Gripping and full of uplift, it starts slowly, builds in volume, but remains subtle and restrained. There’s no excess here; everything is in balance." Jane Anson, 2023