Château La Mission Haut-Brion, 2005 Carménère and a touch of salinity

and a touch of salinity that keeps the wine from being overly sweet

savoury tannins

graceful finish that hints at its ageing potential

with juicy fruit on the palate and a long

helping preserve acidity even at extreme ripeness and contributing clear structural definition beneath the richness

Château La Mission Haut-Brion, 2005 Carménère and a touch of salinityChteau La Mission Haut Brion is a powerhouse Bordeaux estate, often mentioned in the same breath as its legendary neighbour, Chteau Haut Brion and for good reason. Located in Pessac Lognan, just on the outskirts of Bordeaux city, La Mission produces wines that are powerful, deeply complex, and incredibly age worthy. The estate has a rich history dating back to the 16th century and was acquired by Domaine Clarence Dillon in 1983, bringing it under the