{"product_id":"chateau-haut-brion-le-clarence-de-haut-brion-pessac-leognan-chateau-bahans-haut-brion-2015-750ml","title":"Château Haut-Brion Le Clarence de Haut Brion Pessac-Léognan (Château Bahans Haut-Brion) 2015 (750ml)","description":"\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen he purchased Château Haut-Brion in 1935, Clarence Dillon restored it to its former glory and to the elite circle of the most legendary wines in the world. This extraordinary, bold, courageous vision is now continued by the fourth generation of the family, represented by Prince Robert of Luxembourg, Chairman since 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocated in the town of Pessac, just a few kilometres from Bordeaux, Château Haut-Brion – the first of the three estates acquired by the Dillon family – is the oldest winegrowing property in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe colour is very deep with attractive red highlights. The first impression on the nose is of ripe fruit. Swirling in the glass shows the bouquet’s intensity and complexity. 2015 Clarence is tasty and full-bodied from the very first, going on to show refined, tight-knit tannin. The wine leaves an impression of freshness and plenty of volume, but without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBlend: 57% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJS94\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJames Suckling\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRacy and refined second wine with polished and pretty tannins. Full body. Pretty.\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBarrel Sample: 93-94\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWS94\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWine Spectator\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOffers a warm, plush, inviting feel, with tar, melted licorice and cocoa notes rolling out first, followed by a swath of warm plum and blackberry reduction flavors. Shows an alluring thread through the finish. Needs a little time to unwind, but there's lots to like here. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2022 through 2035.\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRP93\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is a seriously impressive vintage for this second label of Chateau Haut-Brion. Blended of 57% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2015 Le Clarence de Haut-Brion displays a medium to deep garnet-purple color and expressive notes of crushed black cherries, blackberries, warm plums, dusty soil and spice cake with touches of dried roses and cigar boxes. Medium to full-bodied with wonderful concentration and depth, it features firm, beautifully rounded tannins and lively acid, finishing long and earthy.\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRating: 93+\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWE93\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is dense and concentrated, reflecting the character of Haut-Brion itself. It has weight, firm tannins and power alongside juicy black fruits and acidity that will give great pleasure as they develop. Drink from 2023.\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eD91\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDecanter\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMore powerful than La Chapelle this year. 57% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc. Excellent tannin structure and very good quality fruit of great length. Beautiful bright reflection of violet edging. One that is set to develop slowly. Barrel Sample.\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJD91\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003cbr data-uw-styling-context=\"true\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLeading off the reds, the 2015 Le Clarence de Haut Brion is the second wine of the estate and is 57% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 1% Cabernet Franc. Like its big brother, it has a classic, straight profile, medium-bodied richness, and textbook Graves notes of tobacco leaf, cedary spice, currants, and plums. Balanced, nicely concentrated, and with fine tannin, it will be better in a few years and keep for a decade or more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Haut-Brion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43063584424160,"sku":"111654","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/9713\/0464\/products\/thumbme_58367078-07c1-4e1e-9b99-8b5bd79211aa.jpg?v=1663884116","url":"https:\/\/www.mywineconnection.com\/products\/chateau-haut-brion-le-clarence-de-haut-brion-pessac-leognan-chateau-bahans-haut-brion-2015-750ml","provider":"My Wine Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}