La Chapelle de la Mission Haut Brion 2016
La Chapelle de la Mission Haut Brion 2016 is a dry, very full-bodied red from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc (Gevrey-Chambertin grand cru, France), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity fresh; oak influence is noticeable. Good with steak, lamb, roast chicken, roast pork. Listed at £566.00 by Hedonism Wines, who say it is out of stock; that is the last price, not an offer.
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First produced in 1991, La Chapelle de La Mission Haut-Brion is the second wine of illustrious Pessac-Léognan estate, Château La Mission Haut-Brion. From the superb 2016 vintage this is an intense, superbly defined and effortlessly fresh release composed of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36.5% Merlot and 21.5% Cabernet Franc. A far better earlier drinking prospect than the Grand Vin, this is ready to drink, though decanting is strongly recommended.