Château Haut Brion

Château Haut-Brion is already almost five centuries old. This makes it one of the oldest estates in the Bordeaux region. Today, it boasts a surface area of 51 hectares on the outskirts of one of France's largest cities. Indeed, the Haut-Brion estate is unique in that it lies practically next to Bordeaux, on sandy-clay soil. This in no way prevents it from being recognized by its peers: it is classified as a "Premier Grand Cru" according to the official 1855 classification. What's more, Haut-Brion is recognized as the finest wine in the Pessac-Leognan appellation.

As for Haut-Brion itself, it's primarily Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, in almost equal proportions. The vintages have already distinguished themselves in the past. Recent vintages include 2009 and 2010. Haut-Brion wines are characterized first and foremost by their richness of flavor. After ageing, the bottles develop a smoky sweetness absolutely typical of this estate. Domaine Haut-Brion also develops white wines, notably Clarté, whose golden color and generous mouthfeel leave no one indifferent.

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What distinguishes Château Haut-Brion from other Bordeaux grands crus?

Château Haut-Brion, located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, is unique among the premier grands crus classés of 1855 in being the only estate outside the Médoc. Founded in the 16th century, it is also considered the oldest of Bordeaux's grands crus. Haut-Brion wines are renowned for their elegance, complexity and velvety texture. They develop aromas of black fruit, truffle and leather with a refined structure and great ageing capacity, making each bottle an investment in Bordeaux tradition and excellence.

Why is Château Haut-Brion attractive to investors?

Château Haut-Brion enjoys great stability on the investment wine market, with prices tending to hold steady and even rise for the most prestigious vintages. Haut-Brion's rarity and international renown make it a coveted asset, particularly in Asia and the United States. Its limited production policy and consistent quality guarantee strong demand, and the estate's wines are sought after by both collectors and discerning connoisseurs.

What's the best way to enjoy a Château Haut-Brion wine?

Château Haut-Brion wines often need several years of ageing to express their full complexity, but can be decanted about 2 hours before tasting for more recent vintages. The ideal serving temperature is around 16-18°C to reveal the full aromatic richness and finesse of the tannins. These wines go wonderfully well with dishes such as duck, lamb or roasted meats, which sublimate their legendary structure and elegance. For older vintages, it is often preferable to avoid prolonged decanting to preserve their finesse and delicate aromas.