Château Haut-Brion 2021 is a beautifully refined expression of this legendary First Growth, combining the estate’s signature mineral complexity with the freshness and elegance of a cooler Bordeaux vintage. Awarded 97 points by The Wine Advocate and James Suckling, it opens with layered aromas of blackcurrant, dark berries, cigar wrapper, dark chocolate, forest floor and subtle smoky notes. The palate is full-bodied yet precise, with velvety fruit, sweet, polished tannins and lively acidity leading to an exceptionally long, penetrating finish. A powerful and sophisticated Haut-Brion with outstanding ageing potential through the 2050s and beyond.

The Wine Advocate | RP 97
Published: Feb 9, 2024
Drink: 2030-2065

The 2021 Haut-Brion confirms its fine showing en primeur, cementing its status as one of the wines of the vintage. Its complex bouquet of dark berries and cassis mingled with notions of cigar wrapper and burning embers unfurls in the glass. Full-bodied, deep and velvety, it’s concentrated and layered with a multidimensional core of fruit, sweet tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long, penetrating finish. Reflecting the timeless elegance of Haut-Brions from cooler years, the 2021 will delight Bordeaux purists.

James Suckling | JS 97
Published: Apr 19, 2024

This is beautifully crafted and very perfumed, with ultra-fine tannins and vivid dark fruit such as blackcurrants, as well as dark chocolate, hazelnuts and hints of forest floor, mushrooms, tar, matchstick and oyster shells. Drink or hold.

Jancis Robinson | JR 18
Published: Apr 25, 2022
Drink: 2032-2055

50.3% Merlot, 38% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11.7% Cabernet Franc. 48 hl/ha. Cask sample.
Bright crimson-purple. Fragrant berry-fruit notes as the wine opens. Smooth and refined on attack, the mid palate full and generous swathing powerful but integrated tannins. Impressive length and drive. Quite a powerhouse for such a complicated year. Huge potential. James Lawther MW

Haut-brion.com

Elegant and complex, the red wine of Château Haut-Brion is very mineral and of a rare complexity, it is distinguished by an astonishing length, this aromatic persistence being the privilege of very great origins.

Tasting note
The color of this Château Haut-Brion is a deep, vibrant red. The nose, without agitation, is already complex with fresh and spicy notes.
The agitation confirms a just-right, yet not excessive, fruit ripeness. 
The entry in the mouth is incredibly tight and precise.
The wine immediately tells you: "I am here." The evolution in the mouth is never aggressive, but what a presence! The tactile sensations are complemented by the
taste and flavors. The tannins are full, refined, and juicy. Very beautiful persistence.
The score written by the three grape varieties, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and 
Cabernet Sauvignon, is incredibly accurate and harmonious.