Château Haut-Brion

The only Premier Grand Cru outside the Médoc - Premier Grand Cru Classé

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Château Haut-Brion, located in Pessac, a few kilometres from Bordeaux, is a timeless icon of the wine world. Recognised as the oldest wine estate in Bordeaux, this Premier Grand Cru Classé of 1855 embodies five centuries of history, innovation and expertise. Renowned for its red and white wines of rare elegance, Château Haut-Brion is an essential reference for lovers of Haut-Brion wine and collectors of rare wines. Its unique gravelly terroir, prestigious heritage and commitment to excellence make it an exceptional estate, coveted by connoisseurs the world over. Whether you are looking for a Château Haut-Brion 2014, a legendary vintage such as Haut-Brion 1990, or a second wine like Le Clarence de Haut-Brion, this estate offers an unrivalled tasting experience. 

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Bahans Haut Brion 1988
3 in stock
117234
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Très Légèrement bas
85/100
88/100
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Bahans Haut Brion 1988

€150.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€125.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1971 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
3 in stock
63228
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
High of the engraving
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Haut Brion 1971 -10% DISCOUNT !

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
Last one !
Les Mieux Notés
1 in stock
86442
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1982 -15% DISCOUNT !
-15%
Les Mieux Notés
2 in stock
89911
Red
75cl
Very Damaged
96/100
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Haut Brion 1982 -15% DISCOUNT !

€1,020.00 inc-VAT per bottle €1,200.00 inc-VAT -15%
€850.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
Last one !
Les Mieux Notés
1 in stock
89915
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1983
Last one !
1 in stock
93649
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
88/100
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Haut Brion 1983

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€360.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
Last one !
Les Mieux Notés
1 in stock
94456
Red
75cl
Damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1990 -10% DISCOUNT !

€799.20 inc-VAT per bottle €888.00 inc-VAT -10%
€666.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1983 Magnum -20% DISCOUNT !
-20%
Last one !
0 in stock
94453
Red
150cl
Very Damaged
vintage readable on caps
88/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1983 Magnum -20% DISCOUNT !

€960.00 inc-VAT per bottle €1,200.00 inc-VAT -20%
€800.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1971 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
96207
Red
75cl
Damaged
2/3 Macaron
92/100
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Haut Brion 1971 -10% DISCOUNT !

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1969 -15% DISCOUNT !
-20%
2 in stock
99689
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Mi-macaron
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Haut Brion 1969 -20% DISCOUNT !

€326.40 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -20%
€272.00 ex-VAT
Les Plantiers du Haut Brion 1990
3 in stock
105932
White
75cl
Very High Shoulder
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Les Plantiers du Haut Brion 1990

€240.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€200.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1979 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
0 in stock
109122
Red
75cl
Damaged
93/100
88/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1979 -10% DISCOUNT !

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1988
Last one !
1 in stock
109129
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
92/100
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1988

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€380.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1983 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
109927
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
High of the engraving
88/100
88/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1983 -5% DISCOUNT !

€410.40 inc-VAT per bottle €432.00 inc-VAT -5%
€342.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1970
-5%
12 in stock
111873
Red
75cl
High of the engraving
92/100
90/100
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Haut Brion 1970 -5% DISCOUNT!

€387.60 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -5%
€323.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1968 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
111886
Red
75cl
High macaron
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Haut Brion 1968 -10% DISCOUNT!

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1979 -15% DISCOUNT !
-10%
0 in stock
111878
Red
75cl
Damaged
93/100
88/100
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1979 -15% DISCOUNT!

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1970 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
4 in stock
111872
Red
75cl
Mid macaron
92/100
90/100
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Haut Brion 1970 -10% DISCOUNT!

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1969 -10% DISCOUNT !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
111871
Red
75cl
High macaron
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Haut Brion 1969 -10% DISCOUNT!

€367.20 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -10%
€306.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1967 -10% DISCOUNT!
-10%
8 in stock
111866
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
High macaron
86/100
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Haut Brion 1967 -10% DISCOUNT!

€351.00 inc-VAT per bottle €390.00 inc-VAT -10%
€292.50 ex-VAT
Bahans Haut Brion 2001
Last one !
1 in stock
67648
Red
75cl
88/100
87/100
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Bahans Haut Brion 2001

€114.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€95.00 ex-VAT
Bahans Haut Brion 2002
Last one !
1 in stock
107828
Red
75cl
87/100
88/100
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Bahans Haut Brion 2002

€90.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€75.00 ex-VAT
Bahans Haut Brion 2003
Last one !
1 in stock
113935
Red
75cl
92/100
90/100
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Bahans Haut Brion 2003

€132.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€110.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
2 in stock
114552
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1995 OWC
12 in stock
115563
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
96/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1995 OWC

€582.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€485.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1983
Last one !
1 in stock
117743
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
88/100
88/100
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Haut Brion 1983

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€360.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 2012
3 in stock
120517
Red
75cl
96+/100
95/100
17.5/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 2012

€432.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€360.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1988
23 in stock
122106
Red
75cl
92/100
96/100
16.5/20
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Haut Brion 1988

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€380.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1989
1 in stock
122107
Red
75cl
100/100
100/100
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Haut Brion 1989

€2,160.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,800.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
5 in stock
122109
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990 -5% DISCOUNT !

€843.60 inc-VAT per bottle €888.00 inc-VAT -5%
€703.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1991
13 in stock
122111
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
89/100
85/100
17/20
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Haut Brion 1991

€408.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€340.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1991 -5% DISCOUNT !
-5%
7 in stock
122110
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
89/100
85/100
17/20
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Haut Brion 1991 -5% DISCOUNT !

€387.60 inc-VAT per bottle €408.00 inc-VAT -5%
€323.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1992
6 in stock
122112
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
89/100
88/100
16/20
16/20
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Haut Brion 1992

€384.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€320.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1995
4 in stock
122113
Red
75cl
96/100
95/100
19/20
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Haut Brion 1995

€528.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€440.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1997
Last one !
1 in stock
122114
Red
75cl
89/100
90/100
16/20
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Haut Brion 1997

€438.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€365.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1999
6 in stock
122300
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
17/20
18/20
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Haut Brion 1999

€450.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€375.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 2000
Last one !
1 in stock
122301
Red
75cl
99+/100
19/20
19/20
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Haut Brion 2000

€768.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€640.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1985
Last one !
1 in stock
123686
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
93/100
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Haut Brion 1985

€540.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€450.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1985 - PROMO -5% !
-5%
Last one !
1 in stock
123687
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
Very High Shoulder
93/100
93/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1985 - PROMO -5% !

€513.00 inc-VAT per bottle €540.00 inc-VAT -5%
€427.50 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1985
3 in stock
123917
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
93/100
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Haut Brion 1985

€540.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€450.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1999 - PROMO -10% !
-10%
Last one !
1 in stock
124457
Red
75cl
Damaged
93/100
17/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1999 - PROMO -10% !

€405.00 inc-VAT per bottle €450.00 inc-VAT -10%
€337.50 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1956
Last one !
1 in stock
124688
Red
75cl
Damaged
High shoulder
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Haut Brion 1956

€1,200.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€1,000.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1990
2 in stock
125052
Red
75cl
98/100
94/100
19/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1990

€888.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€740.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1996
3 in stock
125053
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
96/100
93/100
16/20
17.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1996

€516.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€430.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1993
12 in stock
125274
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
90/100
91/100
17/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1993

€390.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€325.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1985
Last one !
1 in stock
125205
Red
75cl
Very slightly damaged
93/100
93/100
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1985

€540.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€450.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1988
12 in stock
126469
Red
75cl
Original wood case - Sold by 12
92/100
96/100
16.5/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1988

€456.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€380.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 2001
Last one !
1 in stock
126380
Red
75cl
94/100
95/100
18/20
18/20
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Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 2001

€468.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€390.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1960
2 in stock
127325
Red
75cl
Slightly Damaged
Mid macaron
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Haut Brion 1960

€480.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€400.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 2005
1 in stock
127456
Red
75cl
100/100
100/100
18/20
19/20
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Haut Brion 2005

€864.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€720.00 ex-VAT
Haut Brion 1998
0 in stock
127445
Red
75cl
100/100
19/20
19.5/20
Out of stock
Bordeaux | Pessac Léognan

Haut Brion 1998

€588.00 inc-VAT per bottle
€490.00 ex-VAT
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Frequently Asked Questions About Château Haut-Brion

Château Haut-Brion holds a unique place in the Bordeaux wine landscape. The only representative of the Graves to have been classified as a Premier Grand Cru Classé in the famous 1855 classification, alongside the great names of the Médoc, this estate benefits from an exceptional terroir at the gates of Pessac. Its well-draining gravelly soils, combined with a microclimate slightly warmer than the rest of the Bordeaux region, give it an immediately recognisable aromatic singularity: truffle, smoke, tobacco and dark fruits intertwine in a complexity rarely matched. Add to this centuries of transmitted expertise and an absolute commitment to quality at every harvest, and you will understand why Château Haut-Brion stands as a world reference.

While Château Haut-Brion is world-renowned for its red blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, its white wine represents one of Bordeaux's best-kept and most coveted secrets. Produced in confidential quantities — fewer than 1,000 cases per year — Château Haut-Brion Blanc is a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc of extraordinary aromatic complexity. Rich, mineral, and surprisingly long-lived for a white wine, it develops over time notes of beeswax, toasted hazelnut, and white flowers. Its rarity makes it one of the most sought-after and most difficult-to-acquire dry white wines in the world.

Yes, the second wine of Château Haut-Brion is called Le Clarence de Haut-Brion, formerly known as Bahans Haut-Brion until 2007. It is produced from plots or vats deemed not to reach the level of the Grand Vin during the blending process. Far from being a lesser-quality wine, Le Clarence de Haut-Brion offers a genuine gateway into the world of the estate, with a similar style but a more accessible structure and faster maturity. For enthusiasts wishing to discover the DNA of Château Haut-Brion without waiting many years of cellaring, it is a particularly interesting option.

Among the great vintages that have forged the legend of Château Haut-Brion, several stand out particularly. The 1959 is often cited as one of the most sun-drenched and generous of the last century. The 1961, produced in an infinitesimal quantity following spring frost, is of a stunning concentration and depth. The years 1975, 1989 and 1990 also yielded wines of remarkable richness and longevity. More recently within our window, the 2000 and 2005 are unanimously praised by international critics as absolute reference wines, combining exceptional power, elegance and ageing potential.

Château Haut-Brion has a gustatory signature that experienced enthusiasts often recognise blind. Unlike the more structured and tannic Médocs, it delivers a silky, almost velvety texture from a relatively young age. On the nose, one consistently finds that famous earthy and smoky register, with notes of graphite, undergrowth and candied red fruits. On the palate, the freshness and salinity characteristic of the Graves bring a balance and tension that lend it great drinkability despite its richness. It is a wine that combines power and finesse with a disarming ease.

Château Haut-Brion is located in Pessac, in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, within the great wine-growing region of the Graves, in the Bordeaux area. What makes this terroir truly unique is its immediate proximity to the city of Bordeaux — the vineyard is today almost entirely surrounded by urban development — and the nature of its soils: deep layers of Garonne gravel, these pebbles rolled by the river over millennia, rest on a subsoil of clay and limestone. This warm, well-draining, and nutrient-poor soil forces the vine to drive its roots deep in search of water and nutrients, giving rise to grapes of a concentration and aromatic complexity that account for the universally recognised greatness of Château Haut-Brion.

History of Château Haut-Brion

The history of Château Haut-Brion is a saga spanning more than five centuries, marked by visionary figures and key moments that have shaped the legend of the estate. As early as the 1st century AD, the Romans were teaching the art of viticulture to the Bituriges Vivisques, founders of Burdigala (ancient Bordeaux), on the gravelly soils of Haut-Brion. A coin bearing the effigy of Emperor Claudius, recently discovered, attests to this early viticultural activity. However, it was in 1521 that the estate entered written history, with the first mention of the wine of Aubrion in manuscripts held at the Departmental Archives of the Gironde. This document, dated 21 January 1521, marks the birth of the world's first luxury wine brand, well before the 1855 classification.

In 1533, Jean de Pontac, the founding figure, acquired the rights to the Seigneurie de Haut-Brion. In 1549, he undertook the construction of the château, laying the foundations of an estate that would become a model for the great Bordeaux crus. At his death in 1589, at the remarkable age of 101, he bequeathed an already prestigious vineyard. His descendant, Arnaud III de Pontac, humanist and first President of the Parliament of Bordeaux, elevated the estate's renown in the 17th century by exporting its wines to England. In 1660, the Haut-Brion wine was served at the court of Charles II, marking a decisive turning point. Samuel Pepys, the English diarist, noted in 1663 that he had tasted a "French wine called Ho Bryan" with a unique flavour — a testimony considered to be the first official review of a wine.

In the 18th century, Joseph de Fumel modernised the estate with a French-style park and an orangery, while Thomas Jefferson, future President of the United States, visited Haut-Brion in 1787 and ranked its wines among the four best in Bordeaux, anticipating the 1855 classification. In 1801, Talleyrand acquired the estate, using its wines to serve his diplomacy. In 1855, Château Haut-Brion was consecrated as a Premier Grand Cru Classé, the only estate outside the Médoc to receive this distinction.

In 1935, Clarence Dillon, an American banker with a deep love for France, purchased the estate, marking the beginning of a new era. Despite the challenges of the Second World War, during which the château was transformed into a hospital, the Dillon family modernised the facilities and restored the grandeur of Haut-Brion. Today, under the direction of Prince Robert de Luxembourg, great-grandson of Clarence, the estate perpetuates its heritage with a vision that blends tradition and innovation.

Terroirs and Vines of Château Haut-Brion

The terroir of Château Haut-Brion lies at the heart of its unique identity. Located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation, the vineyard spans 51 hectares, of which 48 hectares are dedicated to red grape varieties (Merlot 45.4%, Cabernet Sauvignon 43.9%, Cabernet Franc 9.7%, Petit Verdot 1%) and 3 hectares to white grape varieties (Sémillon 51.5%, Sauvignon Blanc 48.5%, with a touch of Sauvignon Gris). This exceptional terroir rests on a terrace of Günzian gravel — quartz pebbles mixed with sand, clay and limestone — formed 600,000 years ago. These soils, ranging in depth from 20 cm to more than 3 metres, provide optimal natural drainage thanks to the slopes of the ridges and the neighbouring streams, the Peugue and the Serpent.

The distinctive character of this terroir, often scrutinised by figures such as John Locke and Thomas Jefferson, lies in its ability to produce Haut-Brion wines of remarkable complexity and minerality, despite seemingly poor soils. The vines, with an average age of 35 years, reach up to 90 years old in certain plots, with a density of 8,000 to 10,000 vines per hectare. Since 1974, the estate has maintained a programme of mass selection, with more than 500 different clones, ensuring the diversity and quality of the vines. Environmental commitment is also central, with gentle soil management, the absence of insecticides and the preservation of a 3.5-hectare park home to more than 40 bird species.

Winemaking at Château Haut-Brion

Winemaking at Château Haut-Brion is a centuries-old art, combining tradition with cutting-edge technology. The harvest, exclusively manual, is carried out at optimal ripeness, with rigorous sorting of the grapes to retain only the finest berries. The red grapes are destemmed and vatted in double-walled stainless steel tanks, an innovation introduced in 1961 and refined in 1991. Fermentation is precisely controlled to extract colour, tannins and aromas, under the supervision of oenologist Jean-Philippe Masclef and cellar master Florence Forgas.

The blending, a hallmark of the estate, takes place early, just after malolactic fermentation, in order to define the silhouette of the wine before its ageing in barrels. The grand wines are aged for 18 to 22 months in new oak barrels (up to 80% for the red, 40–45% for the white), 70% of which are produced on-site in collaboration with the cooperage Seguin Moreau. The racking by candlelight, carried out by the light of a candle, allows for gentle oxygenation, refining the wine while preserving its purity.

For Château Haut-Brion Blanc, the grapes are harvested at dawn to preserve freshness and acidity, pressed as whole clusters without skin contact, and fermented in new barrels without lees stirring or malolactic fermentation. This ageing of 13 to 16 months imparts to the wine a silky texture and a unique aromatic richness.

The Cuvées of Château Haut-Brion

Château Haut-Brion Rouge

Château Haut-Brion Rouge, Premier Grand Cru Classé, is a wine of unmatched elegance and complexity. Characterised by an intense minerality and exceptional aromatic persistence, it reveals empyreumatic notes (cigar, cocoa, cedar) and a silky tannic structure. Vintages such as Haut-Brion 1990, 2000, 2009 and 2015 are particularly sought after for their ability to age for decades while offering early accessibility. This wine is the ultimate expression of the gravel terroir, ideal for Haut-Brion wine enthusiasts seeking a memorable tasting experience.

Château Haut-Brion Blanc

Château Haut-Brion Blanc is a rarity, produced at just 600 cases per year. This exceptional white wine combines aromatic richness (citrus, flowers, honey) with an electric and silky texture. Considered one of the greatest dry white wines in the world, it rivals the finest crus for its longevity and complexity. Vintages such as Haut-Brion 2010 and 2019 are benchmarks for collectors of rare wines.

Le Clarence de Haut-Brion

Formerly known as Château Bahans Haut-Brion, Le Clarence de Haut-Brion, launched in 2007, is the estate's second red wine. Elegant and approachable, it reflects the style of its elder with a more immediate character. Renamed in homage to Clarence Dillon, this wine is an excellent introduction to the wines of Château Haut-Brion, offering remarkable quality at a more affordable price.

La Clarté de Haut-Brion

La Clarté de Haut-Brion, the second white wine introduced in 2009, is crafted from grapes sourced from Haut-Brion and La Mission Haut-Brion. Fresh and expressive, it offers a more accessible alternative to the prestigious Haut-Brion Blanc, while retaining characteristic finesse and minerality.

The Greatest Vintages of Château Haut-Brion According to Robert Parker

The wines of Château Haut-Brion, whether red or white, stand out for their exceptional quality, acclaimed by the renowned critic Robert Parker. Among the reds, legendary vintages such as 1945, 1953, 1961, 1989, 1998, 2005, 2009, 2015, 2016 and 2018 have achieved the perfect score of 100/100, a testament to their unrivalled excellence. Other years, such as 2000, 2010 and 2020, come close to perfection with an impressive 99/100, while 1990 and 2019 shine with 98/100. In white, the 1989 vintage of Château Haut-Brion also reaches the summit with a 100/100, followed by 2017 (99/100) and the remarkable 1985, 2009 and 2010, rated 98/100. These evaluations underscore the consistency and greatness of this Premier Grand Cru Classé from Pessac-Léognan, an essential reference for Bordeaux wine enthusiasts.

The Great Vintages of Pessac-Léognan and Graves

The Pessac-Léognan and Graves appellations, located in the Bordeaux region, are renowned for their consistency and quality. Among the most memorable vintages, 1975, 1982, 1983, 1985, 1986, 1988, 1989 and 1990 stand out for their elegance and harmony. The years 1998, 2000, 2005, 2008, 2009 and 2010 are distinguished by their robust structure and excellent ageing potential, ideal for collectors. More recently, the vintages 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 perpetuate this tradition of excellence, offering wines that combine finesse, complexity and longevity, perfect for lovers of great Bordeaux wines.

The Other Premiers Grands Crus Classés Châteaux

Discover the prestigious world of the Premiers Grands Crus Classés, enshrined by the 1855 classification, which represent the pinnacle of Bordeaux winemaking. In Pauillac, Château Lafite-Rothschild, Château Latour and Château Mouton Rothschild express the power and subtlety of Cabernet Sauvignon, with complex, structured red wines crafted for exceptional ageing. In the Margaux appellation, Château Margaux captivates with its finesse and refined aromas, embodying elegance in its purest form. In Pessac-Léognan, Château Haut-Brion sets itself apart with its unique gravel terroir, yielding intense and sophisticated wines. Finally, Château d'Yquem, the undisputed benchmark of the Sauternes AOC, excels with its sweet wines of extraordinary richness and longevity, perfect for lovers of exceptional dessert wines. Explore our selection of the finest Premiers Grands Crus Classés and immerse yourself in the viticultural excellence of Bordeaux!

Château Haut-Brion is a living legend, rooted in an exceptional terroir and carried by a rich history spanning five centuries. From the court of Charles II to the table of Thomas Jefferson, and through the visionary acquisition by Clarence Dillon in 1935, this Premier Grand Cru Classé continues to captivate wine lovers around the world. Its cuvées, from the sumptuous Château Haut-Brion Rouge to the rare Haut-Brion Blanc, embody elegance, complexity and longevity. Explore the quintessence of Bordeaux on our Vins & Millésimes and let yourself be seduced by the timeless heritage of Château Haut-Brion. 

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