Blend: 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck "Based on 33% Merlot, 28% Cabernet Franc, and 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2024 Château Figeac reveals a classic Figeac nose of ripe blue fruits, sappy tobacco, flowers, and graphite. Medium to full-bodied, it has a fabulous, seamless mouthfeel, ultra-fine tannins, beautiful balance, and a great finish. To have this level of quality in a vintage like 2024 is mind-blowing, and this is one of the top handful of wines in the vintage."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (36%), Cabernet Franc (33%), Merlot (31%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A magnificent Château Figeac that brilliantly expresses the estate’s signature Cabernet-driven style. Intensely aromatic, it reveals layers of cassis, black cherries and wild berries interwoven with violets, graphite, cedar and crushed stones. The palate is poised and impeccably structured, combining remarkable concentration with freshness and precision. Silky, ultra-fine tannins frame a vibrant core of pure dark fruit, while pronounced mineral tension and lively acidity provide exceptional energy and length. The finish is seamless, elegant and extraordinarily persistent, confirming this as one of the benchmark Saint-Émilions of the vintage with outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (36%), Cabernet Franc (33%), Merlot (31%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A magnificent Château Figeac that brilliantly expresses the estate’s signature Cabernet-driven style. Intensely aromatic, it reveals layers of cassis, black cherries and wild berries interwoven with violets, graphite, cedar and crushed stones. The palate is poised and impeccably structured, combining remarkable concentration with freshness and precision. Silky, ultra-fine tannins frame a vibrant core of pure dark fruit, while pronounced mineral tension and lively acidity provide exceptional energy and length. The finish is seamless, elegant and extraordinarily persistent, confirming this as one of the benchmark Saint-Émilions of the vintage with outstanding aging potential.”

"Blend: Merlot (87%), Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), and Cabernet Franc (3%)Drinking Window: 2032–2050 96-97 Points - James Suckling“A juicy and fine tannin texture with currant, raspberry and bark aromas and flavors. It’s medium-bodied and well structured with a caressing finish, all in balance. Very fine and attractive.”"

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (31%), Cabernet Franc (6%), Petit Verdot (3%) Drinking Window: 2032-2058 95-97 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A beautifully balanced Giscours that captures both the power and elegance of Margaux. Intense aromas of blackcurrants, ripe cherries, violets and crushed stones emerge from the glass, accompanied by delicate notes of cedar and spice. The palate is concentrated yet graceful, with layers of dark fruit supported by finely knit tannins and vibrant freshness. Precise and energetic, it delivers remarkable purity and depth through a long, refined finish. A sophisticated and age-worthy wine with excellent potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Merlot (31%), Cabernet Franc (6%), Petit Verdot (3%) Drinking Window: 2032-2058 95-97 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A beautifully balanced Giscours that captures both the power and elegance of Margaux. Intense aromas of blackcurrants, ripe cherries, violets and crushed stones emerge from the glass, accompanied by delicate notes of cedar and spice. The palate is concentrated yet graceful, with layers of dark fruit supported by finely knit tannins and vibrant freshness. Precise and energetic, it delivers remarkable purity and depth through a long, refined finish. A sophisticated and age-worthy wine with excellent potential.”

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2030–2040 A refined and complex Gruaud Larose showing purity and structure. Notes of cassis, violets, and pencil shavings lead to a suave, seamless palate with a long, persistent finish. A standout from Saint-Julien in 2024. 94 Points - Vinous "The 2024 Gruaud Larose is very fine. Dark and ample, with gorgeous presence, the 2024 has so much to offer. Dark blue/purplish fruit, new leather, gravel, spice, lavender and dried herbs build effortlessly. Readers will find a Saint-Julien endowed with notable textural depth. The finish is perhaps just a touch narrow, but élevage may very well help with that."

Blend: 81% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2030–2040 A refined and complex Gruaud Larose showing purity and structure. Notes of cassis, violets, and pencil shavings lead to a suave, seamless palate with a long, persistent finish. A standout from Saint-Julien in 2024. 94 Points - Vinous "The 2024 Gruaud Larose is very fine. Dark and ample, with gorgeous presence, the 2024 has so much to offer. Dark blue/purplish fruit, new leather, gravel, spice, lavender and dried herbs build effortlessly. Readers will find a Saint-Julien endowed with notable textural depth. The finish is perhaps just a touch narrow, but élevage may very well help with that."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (57%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Franc (8%), Petit Verdot (3%), Malbec (2%) Drinking Window: 2028 - 2040 96 Points - Peter Moster, Falstaff “Deep dark ruby garnet, opaque, almost inky core, violet reflections, delicate edge brightening. Notes of licorice and hibiscus, hints of cassis, dark wild berries, fine herbal spice, some precious wood. Taut, complex and elegant, pure black forest berries, silky tannins, mineral-salty, very good length and freshness, remains very persistent, has definite ageing potential."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (81%), Merlot (17%), Cabernet Franc (2%) Drinking Window: 2033-2060 96-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A superb Gruaud-Larose that combines the depth and structure of Saint-Julien with remarkable elegance. The nose is intensely aromatic, revealing layers of cassis, blackberries and dark cherries intertwined with violets, graphite, cedar and subtle notes of cigar box and spice. Full-bodied yet impeccably balanced, the palate delivers concentrated dark fruit framed by silky, fine-grained tannins and vibrant freshness. A pronounced mineral backbone lends precision and energy, carrying the wine effortlessly toward a long, refined and persistent finish. A classic Saint-Julien with outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2028–2045 Elegant and refined, the 2024 Haut-Bailly impresses with its aromatic complexity and graceful texture. Despite the challenges of the vintage, this wine shows remarkable poise, layered red fruit, and finely etched tannins. 95 Points – Vinous “The 2024 Haut-Bailly was picked from September 25 to October 4 and matured in 50% new oak, possibly with a shorter élevage. As usual, it deserves patience at this stage as it gradually opens and coheres with aeration. This has a perfumed bouquet built around redcurrant, cranberry and wild strawberry fruit. It's quite floral in style with finely delineated touches of freshly-rolled tobacco and wilted rose petal. The palate is creamy on the entry and velvety in texture, with finely chiseled, lace-like tannins. It is very well balanced with one of the few sensual vintages that you will find from this year. This will be much earlier drinking than other vintages, but that does not detract from what will be one of the most pleasurable 2024s to drink.”

Blend: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2028–2045 Elegant and refined, the 2024 Haut-Bailly impresses with its aromatic complexity and graceful texture. Despite the challenges of the vintage, this wine shows remarkable poise, layered red fruit, and finely etched tannins. 95 Points – Vinous “The 2024 Haut-Bailly was picked from September 25 to October 4 and matured in 50% new oak, possibly with a shorter élevage. As usual, it deserves patience at this stage as it gradually opens and coheres with aeration. This has a perfumed bouquet built around redcurrant, cranberry and wild strawberry fruit. It's quite floral in style with finely delineated touches of freshly-rolled tobacco and wilted rose petal. The palate is creamy on the entry and velvety in texture, with finely chiseled, lace-like tannins. It is very well balanced with one of the few sensual vintages that you will find from this year. This will be much earlier drinking than other vintages, but that does not detract from what will be one of the most pleasurable 2024s to drink.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), Merlot (40%), Cabernet Franc (2%) Drinking Window: 2033-2060 97-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A remarkably elegant Haut-Bailly with exceptional refinement and balance. Aromas of blackcurrants, dark cherries, violets and graphite emerge with striking purity, accompanied by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco leaf and spices. The palate is seamless and beautifully textured, combining concentrated dark fruit with fine-grained tannins and vibrant freshness. Sophisticated and precise, it delivers layers of complexity without sacrificing grace or energy. The finish is long, harmonious and mineral-driven, highlighting the estate’s hallmark finesse and outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (58%), Merlot (40%), Cabernet Franc (2%) Drinking Window: 2033-2060 97-98 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A remarkably elegant Haut-Bailly with exceptional refinement and balance. Aromas of blackcurrants, dark cherries, violets and graphite emerge with striking purity, accompanied by subtle hints of cedar, tobacco leaf and spices. The palate is seamless and beautifully textured, combining concentrated dark fruit with fine-grained tannins and vibrant freshness. Sophisticated and precise, it delivers layers of complexity without sacrificing grace or energy. The finish is long, harmonious and mineral-driven, highlighting the estate’s hallmark finesse and outstanding aging potential.”

Blend: 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2028-2059 98 Points - James Suckling "This year, the style of Haut Brion shows through with transparency, beautiful balance and precision. Fine austerity, with excellent minerality, dark olives and red and dark berries. Structured on the mid-palate. Beautiful depth for the vintage, with really fine-grained tannins and a lengthy finish that lingers. So much vibrancy and finesse. A classic vintage."

Blend: 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2028-2059 98 Points - James Suckling "This year, the style of Haut Brion shows through with transparency, beautiful balance and precision. Fine austerity, with excellent minerality, dark olives and red and dark berries. Structured on the mid-palate. Beautiful depth for the vintage, with really fine-grained tannins and a lengthy finish that lingers. So much vibrancy and finesse. A classic vintage."

Blend: Merlot (48%), Cabernet Sauvignon (47%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Drinking Window: 2035-2068 99-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A profound and impeccably refined Haut-Brion that stands among the greatest wines of the vintage. The bouquet is extraordinarily complex, unfolding with layers of cassis, black cherries, ripe plums and violets, complemented by signature notes of graphite, cigar box, warm earth and exotic spices. The palate is seamlessly textured, combining remarkable concentration with precision and freshness. Silky, perfectly integrated tannins frame a core of pure dark fruit and mineral depth, while vibrant acidity provides exceptional energy and balance. The finish is breathtakingly long, nuanced and persistent, showcasing the timeless elegance and extraordinary pedigree of this iconic Pessac-Léognan.”

Blend: Merlot (48%), Cabernet Sauvignon (47%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Drinking Window: 2035-2068 99-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A profound and impeccably refined Haut-Brion that stands among the greatest wines of the vintage. The bouquet is extraordinarily complex, unfolding with layers of cassis, black cherries, ripe plums and violets, complemented by signature notes of graphite, cigar box, warm earth and exotic spices. The palate is seamlessly textured, combining remarkable concentration with precision and freshness. Silky, perfectly integrated tannins frame a core of pure dark fruit and mineral depth, while vibrant acidity provides exceptional energy and balance. The finish is breathtakingly long, nuanced and persistent, showcasing the timeless elegance and extraordinary pedigree of this iconic Pessac-Léognan.”

Blend: 56.1% Semillon, 43.9% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2050 100 Points - The Wine Independent "After a little shaking, notes of orange blossoms, fresh grapefruit, and just-ripe pineapple slowly emerge from the glass, followed by hints of fennel seed, wet pebbles, and blanched almonds. The medium-bodied palate is so silky and seamless, melting in your mouth with saline-laced citrus and tropical fruit layers, finishing with epic length and depth. Incredible."

Blend: 56.1% Semillon, 43.9% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2050 100 Points - The Wine Independent "After a little shaking, notes of orange blossoms, fresh grapefruit, and just-ripe pineapple slowly emerge from the glass, followed by hints of fennel seed, wet pebbles, and blanched almonds. The medium-bodied palate is so silky and seamless, melting in your mouth with saline-laced citrus and tropical fruit layers, finishing with epic length and depth. Incredible."

Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (56%), Sémillon (44%) Drinking Window: 2028-2050 99-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A breathtaking Haut-Brion Blanc of extraordinary purity, depth and precision. The bouquet is intensely expressive, revealing layers of grapefruit, Meyer lemon, white peach and ripe citrus intertwined with acacia blossom, fresh herbs, flint and crushed stones. The palate is both richly textured and electrifyingly fresh, combining remarkable concentration with crystalline acidity and profound mineral tension. Seamless and impeccably balanced, it unfolds through waves of citrus, orchard fruit and delicate smoky complexity before finishing with extraordinary length, salinity and elegance. A benchmark Bordeaux Blanc destined to rank among the greatest wines of the vintage.”

Blend: Merlot (48%), Cabernet Sauvignon (47%), Cabernet Franc (5%) Drinking Window: 2035-2068 99-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A profound and impeccably refined Haut-Brion that stands among the greatest wines of the vintage. The bouquet is extraordinarily complex, unfolding with layers of cassis, black cherries, ripe plums and violets, complemented by signature notes of graphite, cigar box, warm earth and exotic spices. The palate is seamlessly textured, combining remarkable concentration with precision and freshness. Silky, perfectly integrated tannins frame a core of pure dark fruit and mineral depth, while vibrant acidity provides exceptional energy and balance. The finish is breathtakingly long, nuanced and persistent, showcasing the timeless elegance and extraordinary pedigree of this iconic Pessac-Léognan.”

Blend: Merlot (90%), Cabernet Franc (10%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A mesmerizing L’Eglise Clinet that exemplifies the profound elegance of great Pomerol. Intense aromas of blackberries, black cherries and ripe plums are interwoven with violets, truffle, graphite and subtle exotic spices. The palate is extraordinarily concentrated yet effortlessly graceful, revealing remarkable purity of fruit wrapped in silky, perfectly integrated tannins. Vibrant freshness and a distinct mineral core provide energy and precision, carrying the wine through layers of dark fruit, cocoa and floral nuances. The finish is exceptionally long, refined and multidimensional, promising decades of graceful evolution.”

Blend: 80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon Drinking Window: 2028-2045 99 Points - James Suckling "Wow. This is really something for the vintage. Such a long finish, while being subtle and sophisticated with wonderfully silky tannins that are so fine and very long. It's medium-bodied with a beautiful, compact palate from the beginning to the end, including the mid-palate. The finish shows walnut, hazelnut and dark-chocolate character. Exceptional."

Blend: 80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet franc, 1% Cabernet Sauvignon Drinking Window: 2028-2045 99 Points - James Suckling "Wow. This is really something for the vintage. Such a long finish, while being subtle and sophisticated with wonderfully silky tannins that are so fine and very long. It's medium-bodied with a beautiful, compact palate from the beginning to the end, including the mid-palate. The finish shows walnut, hazelnut and dark-chocolate character. Exceptional."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot (86%), Cabernet Franc (13%), Cabernet Sauvignon (1%)Drinking Window: 2032–2045 96-100 Points - Jane Anson, JaneAnson.com“Damson colour, this has a ton of juicy blue and black fruits, well judged density, energy and lift, clear ageing ability, grilled cumin, peony, iris flowers, slate and crushed rocks, 40% new oak, with large oak casks for almost half of the production. Less Cabernet Franc in this blend simply because of the size of the berries. 3.7ph. Blason no longer sold En Primeur, so not tasted here. Juliette Couderc director. Harvest began on August 26 with young Merlot on gravel. 23hl/h overall yield, fascinating to see how they split across different terroirs in the L'Evangile vineyard - on gravel 15hl/ha, on clay 28hl/ha, on sand, 38hl/h all due to size of berries. In practise this meant a lot of intra-plot harvesting, going through four or five times. The result is impressive.”"

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot (86%), Cabernet Franc (13%), Cabernet Sauvignon (1%) Drinking Window: 2032–2045 96-100 Points - Jane Anson, JaneAnson.com “Damson colour, this has a ton of juicy blue and black fruits, well judged density, energy and lift, clear ageing ability, grilled cumin, peony, iris flowers, slate and crushed rocks, 40% new oak, with large oak casks for almost half of the production. Less Cabernet Franc in this blend simply because of the size of the berries. 3.7ph. Blason no longer sold En Primeur, so not tasted here. Juliette Couderc director. Harvest began on August 26 with young Merlot on gravel. 23hl/h overall yield, fascinating to see how they split across different terroirs in the L'Evangile vineyard - on gravel 15hl/ha, on clay 28hl/ha, on sand, 38hl/h all due to size of berries. In practise this meant a lot of intra-plot harvesting, going through four or five times. The result is impressive.”"

Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 94 Points - Jane Anson "Excellent quality from the off, this is gripping and fragrant, again slimmer than in recent years but again capturing and harnessing the potential finesse of the vintage, peony, iris, cassis bud, crushed rose petals. The fruit a little less evident that the flowers, this is more about texture and minerality. Winery at La Clotte now totally finished, vineyard is almost 50% replanted, just under 3ha in production, with another three years before the whole project with reception facilties are totally ready to go. 100% new oak. Harvest 1 to 5 October. Philippe Baillarguet cellar master. "

Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 94 Points - Jane Anson "Excellent quality from the off, this is gripping and fragrant, again slimmer than in recent years but again capturing and harnessing the potential finesse of the vintage, peony, iris, cassis bud, crushed rose petals. The fruit a little less evident that the flowers, this is more about texture and minerality. Winery at La Clotte now totally finished, vineyard is almost 50% replanted, just under 3ha in production, with another three years before the whole project with reception facilties are totally ready to go. 100% new oak. Harvest 1 to 5 October. Philippe Baillarguet cellar master. "

Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Conseillante is shaping up to be one of the wines of the vintage. Vertical and explosive, with spectacular depth, the 2024 is an eye-opening wine, with regard to both the potential of the property and the vintage. In 2024, La Conseillante separates itself from the pack by a wide margin. It may ultimately not merit the very highest of scores, but it will almost certainly come close. Dark blue fruit, violet, spice, new leather, menthol and licorice stain the palate all the way through the creamy finish. Conseillante is a very serious wine. Technical Director Marielle Cazaux made all the right choices in a very challenging year in which yields were reduced by 50% in the field and then through strict selection in the cellar. Tasted two times."

Blend: 80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2050 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Conseillante is shaping up to be one of the wines of the vintage. Vertical and explosive, with spectacular depth, the 2024 is an eye-opening wine, with regard to both the potential of the property and the vintage. In 2024, La Conseillante separates itself from the pack by a wide margin. It may ultimately not merit the very highest of scores, but it will almost certainly come close. Dark blue fruit, violet, spice, new leather, menthol and licorice stain the palate all the way through the creamy finish. Conseillante is a very serious wine. Technical Director Marielle Cazaux made all the right choices in a very challenging year in which yields were reduced by 50% in the field and then through strict selection in the cellar. Tasted two times."

Blend: Merlot (80%), Cabernet Franc (20%) Drinking Window: 2034-2062 98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A magnificent Château La Conseillante that epitomizes the grace and sensuality of great Pomerol. Exquisitely perfumed, it opens with aromas of black cherries, ripe plums, violets and rose petals layered with graphite, truffle and delicate Asian spices. The palate is silky and seamlessly textured, revealing remarkable purity of fruit supported by ultra-fine tannins and vibrant freshness. Elegant yet profoundly concentrated, it unfolds with exceptional precision and a distinctive mineral character that brings energy and lift. The finish is extraordinarily long, refined and floral, affirming its status as one of the most captivating wines of the vintage.”

Blend: Merlot (80%), Cabernet Franc (20%) Drinking Window: 2034-2062 98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A magnificent Château La Conseillante that epitomizes the grace and sensuality of great Pomerol. Exquisitely perfumed, it opens with aromas of black cherries, ripe plums, violets and rose petals layered with graphite, truffle and delicate Asian spices. The palate is silky and seamlessly textured, revealing remarkable purity of fruit supported by ultra-fine tannins and vibrant freshness. Elegant yet profoundly concentrated, it unfolds with exceptional precision and a distinctive mineral character that brings energy and lift. The finish is extraordinarily long, refined and floral, affirming its status as one of the most captivating wines of the vintage.”

Blend: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46.5% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2055 97 Points - James Suckling "A precise, classic vintage showing depth of fruit, but with beautiful austerity and minerals. Mostly red fruit, with touches of dark cherries and currants. Medium- to full-bodied with very fine-etched tannins and lots of brightness. So long and refined in the finish, showing restraint. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 46.5% merlot and 2.5% cabernet franc."

Blend: 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46.5% Merlot, 2.5% Cabernet Franc Drinking Window: 2027-2055 97 Points - James Suckling "A precise, classic vintage showing depth of fruit, but with beautiful austerity and minerals. Mostly red fruit, with touches of dark cherries and currants. Medium- to full-bodied with very fine-etched tannins and lots of brightness. So long and refined in the finish, showing restraint. 51% cabernet sauvignon, 46.5% merlot and 2.5% cabernet franc."

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (51%), Merlot (46%), Cabernet Franc (3%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A profound La Mission Haut-Brion with remarkable intensity, complexity and finesse. The nose is captivating, offering layers of cassis, blackberries, dark cherries and violets intertwined with notes of graphite, cigar box, crushed stones and exotic spices. Full-bodied and impeccably structured, the palate combines extraordinary concentration with freshness and precision. Dense yet refined, its core of dark fruit is framed by velvety tannins and a distinctive mineral character that builds through the mid-palate. The finish is exceptionally long, powerful and harmonious, marking this as one of the standout wines of the vintage with immense aging potential.”

Blend: 59% Semillon, 41% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2047 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, which has more Sémillon in the blend, was reticent on the nose and demanded more coaxing than usual, (reluctantly) offering scents of red apple, lime flower and crushed stone. The palate is more expressive with impressive weight and density. The 2024 is fresh and vibrant with palpable tension, revealing a tingle of lemongrass and stem ginger towards its sustained finish. When I returned to my glass after 20 minutes, the aromatics had burst open and shown their true colours, with hints of chai and popcorn and wonderful mineralité. This might turn out to be one of the best white La Missions in recent years."

Blend: 59% Semillon, 41% Sauvignon Blanc Drinking Window: 2026-2047 98 Points - Vinous "The 2024 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, which has more Sémillon in the blend, was reticent on the nose and demanded more coaxing than usual, (reluctantly) offering scents of red apple, lime flower and crushed stone. The palate is more expressive with impressive weight and density. The 2024 is fresh and vibrant with palpable tension, revealing a tingle of lemongrass and stem ginger towards its sustained finish. When I returned to my glass after 20 minutes, the aromatics had burst open and shown their true colours, with hints of chai and popcorn and wonderful mineralité. This might turn out to be one of the best white La Missions in recent years."

Blend: Sauvignon Blanc (58%), Sémillon (42%) Drinking Window: 2028-2048 98-99 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A breathtaking La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc with extraordinary intensity, precision and complexity. The nose bursts with aromas of grapefruit, lemon zest, white peach and passion fruit, layered with acacia blossom, fresh herbs, flint and crushed stones. The palate is remarkably concentrated yet flawlessly balanced, combining crystalline acidity with a rich, silky texture and profound mineral tension. Waves of citrus, orchard fruit and subtle smoky nuances unfold seamlessly toward an exceptionally long, saline finish of remarkable purity and elegance. A world-class dry white Bordeaux with immense aging potential.”

Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon (51%), Merlot (46%), Cabernet Franc (3%) Drinking Window: 2035-2065 98-100 Points – James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com “A profound La Mission Haut-Brion with remarkable intensity, complexity and finesse. The nose is captivating, offering layers of cassis, blackberries, dark cherries and violets intertwined with notes of graphite, cigar box, crushed stones and exotic spices. Full-bodied and impeccably structured, the palate combines extraordinary concentration with freshness and precision. Dense yet refined, its core of dark fruit is framed by velvety tannins and a distinctive mineral character that builds through the mid-palate. The finish is exceptionally long, powerful and harmonious, marking this as one of the standout wines of the vintage with immense aging potential.”