Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2005

Characteristics and tasting advice for Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2005

Tasting

Color
The color is very dark, revealing a high density.

Nose
The nose is precise with aromas of red fruits, earth, smoke, and licorice.

Palate
The palate presents a surprising contrast between concentration and suppleness, with creamy tannins. The finish is persistent.

Food and wine pairings

This wine perfectly accompanies red meats and dishes in sauce.

A great, full-bodied and balanced Pessac-Léognan wine

The property

Neighbor of 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 de La Mission Haut-Brion give birth to great Pessac-Léognan wines.

The vintage

2005 was a historically dry year with a significant water deficit in winter. Rain was rare from April until the harvest. The high temperatures throughout the year were reminiscent of the 1949 vintage. The harvest took place from August 31 to September 23.

Vinification and aging

Aging in oak barrels, 87% of which are new.

Blend

Merlot (69%)
Cabernet sauvignon (30%).
Cabernet franc (1%).