Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion 2002
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Marks and reviews
Parker
Wine Spectator
Bettane & Desseauve
R. Gabriel
J. RobinsonDescription
Characteristics and tasting advice for Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2002
Tasting
Color
The color presents a fairly dense purple hue.
Nose
The nose exudes intense fruity notes.
Palate
In the mouth, creamy sensations and balanced volume combine with a firm structure up to a delicate and silky finish.
Food and wine pairings
This wine pairs perfectly with red meats, poultry, game, and cheeses.
Service and aging
Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2002 should be served between 16 and 18°C. It can be kept until around 2025.
A great Pessac-Léognan wine with a refined structure
The property
Neighbor to the illustrious Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion is one of the iconic references of Bordeaux, and has been for centuries. Founded in the 16th century by the Lestonnac family, the property was then managed by the Lazarist priests. Now belonging to the Clarence Dillon estate and Prince Robert of Luxembourg, Château La Mission Haut-Brion continues to shine among the world's greatest wines.
The vineyard
Located in the municipalities of Talence and Pessac, Château La Mission Haut-Brion overlooks a vineyard planted on beautiful gravel soils resting on a subsoil of clay, sand, limestone, and faluns (a shell limestone). The vines of Château La Mission Haut-Brion give birth to great Pessac-Léognan wines.
The vintage
The year 2002 was very dry with low, well-distributed rainfall. The somewhat cool summer led to a delay in maturity. Harvest conditions were ideal from September 9th with warm, sunny days, accompanied by a northeast wind. The sanitary condition was perfect.
Vinification and aging
Aging in oak barrels, 66% of which are new.
Blend
Merlot (52%).
Cabernet sauvignon (48%).
