Pessac-Leognan
Located just south of Bordeaux, the Péssac-Léognan AOC is renowned for producing exceptional red and white wines. The area's unique terroir, characterized by gravelly soil, allows for excellent drainage and provides the perfect environment for the cultivation of the region's signature varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot for reds and Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon for whites. Château Haut-Brion is amongst the most prestigious First Growth in this appellation. Other renowned wineries in the region include the Super Second Château La Mission Haut-Brion, and the fast ascending Château Smith Haut-Lafitte and Domaine de Chevalier, all of which are known for their exceptional red and white blends.
Pessac-Leognan
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Bordeaux | 11 | 89-91 (VN (ST)) | $134.00 | |||||
Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (89-91)Good medium-deep red. Ripe merlot notes of smoky raspberry and mocha dominate the nose. Fat, full and generous; lush and sweet. Very suave wine, with notes of minerals and hot bricks. Finishes with fine, integrated tannins and lovely persistence. The 2002 shows a more obvious structure today, but this is subtle and silky. |
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Bordeaux | 30 | - | $162.00 | |||||
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Lamothe-Bouscaut 2020 exemplifies the estate’s commitment to excellence in Pessac-Léognan. Crafted from meticulously selected Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes harvested from premier terroirs, this vintage showcases the region’s distinctive gravelly soils. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, the wine undergoes a precise maceration process to extract optimal flavour and colour. Following fermentation, it is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle notes of vanilla and toast while preserving its vibrant acidity. The 2020 vintage reflects Lamothe-Bouscaut’s dedication to sustainable viticulture, ensuring each bottle embodies elegance and complexity. With its harmonious structure and refined tannins, Lamothe-Bouscaut 2020 is a testament to the producer’s legacy and the exceptional character of Pessac-Léognan wines. Ideal for discerning connoisseurs, this wine promises an unforgettable tasting experience. |
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Bordeaux | 2 | 93-94 (JS) | $97.00 | |||||
James Suckling (93-94)Solid red with a lovely core of ripe fruit and hot-stone character. Full body and soft and juicy tannins. Pretty young wine. May be the same level as the 2015. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-94 (JS) | $161.00 | |||||
James Suckling (93-94)Solid red with a lovely core of ripe fruit and hot-stone character. Full body and soft and juicy tannins. Pretty young wine. May be the same level as the 2015. |
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Bordeaux | 100 | 93 (VN (AG)) | $203.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)The 2018 Larrivet Haut-Brion has developed into a gorgeous wine. There is plenty of the tannin I saw in my barrel tastings, and yet all the elements are so well balanced today. Iron, cedar, dried herbs, licorice, dried flowers and mint add striking savory undertones to this deceptively mid weight Pessac-Léognan. Larrivet Haut-Brion is one of the most distinctive reds of the vintage. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JD) | $203.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (94)Moving to the red, the 2019 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion is a rich, broad, mouth-filling, spicy, complex and full-bodied style that has loads to love. Giving up lots of mulled red and black fruits as well as tobacco leaf, loamy soil, and chocolaty nuances, I love its balance, it has ripe tannins, and it will drink nicely for 25 to 20 years. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $87.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2020 Larrivet Haut-Brion is a powerful, dark wine marked by strong Cabernets that lend tons of aromatic presence and sheer density. This virile, explosive Pessac-Léognan packs quite the punch. Blackberry, gravel, licorice and grilled herbs are some of the notes that build in this deep, expansive wine. Superb. |
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Bordeaux | 17 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $213.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2020 Larrivet Haut-Brion is a powerful, dark wine marked by strong Cabernets that lend tons of aromatic presence and sheer density. This virile, explosive Pessac-Léognan packs quite the punch. Blackberry, gravel, licorice and grilled herbs are some of the notes that build in this deep, expansive wine. Superb. |
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Bordeaux | 11 | 95 (JD) | $195.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (95)The 2022 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion checks in as 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, and 18% Merlot that spent 16 months in barrel. Its deep ruby/purple hue is followed by a beautifully perfumed, medium to full-bodied, elegant 2022 that has red, blue, and some black fruits, a lifted, floral perfume of incense, smoky tobacco, and blood orange, fine, polished tannins, and a great finish. It's beautifully done, and while it's already accessible, it should age beautifully for two decades. |
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Bordeaux | 6 | 95 (VN (AG)) |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)The 2023 Larrivet Haut-Brion is terrific, just as it was en primeur. A wine of polish, nuance and delineation, it dazzles from start to finish. Crushed rocks, blood orange, mint and pomegranate soar from the glass. The 2023 exudes purity and nuance, along with a compelling mix of power and finesse. |
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Bordeaux | 1 | 94 (JD) | $294.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (94)The 2018 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion Blanc checks in as 75% Sauvignon and 25% Sémillon that was brought up in 25% new French oak. It has a classic (and terrific) nose of honeyed grapefruit, exotic flowers, and a liquid rock-like minerality. This carries to a medium to full-bodied Bordeaux Blanc with a rounded, expansive texture, nicely integrated acidity, terrific overall balance, and a great, dry, crisp finish. It's already drinking nicely, and while I wouldn't push the aging curve, I wouldn't bet against it drinking brilliant for 15 years either. This wasn't a great vintage for the whites, but this is impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 5 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $521.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2015 Latour-Martillac is a powerful, muscular wine. Beams of tannin give the 2015 its potent, brooding personality. Savory herbs, new leather, wild cherry, smoke and kirsch get an extra kick of intensity from bright acids and pointed yet well-integrated tannins. Today, the 2015 is a bit reticent and tightly wound, but that should be less of an issue with more time in bottle. |
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Bordeaux | 468 | 94 (VN (AG)) | $173.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (94)The 2017 Latour-Martillac is a dark, powerful wine with a ton of Cabernet Sauvignon savoriness, depth and structure. Black cherry, graphite, spice, leather, lavender and menthol infuse the 2017 with striking character and power. The 2017 is a serious, at times stubborn, wine that needs time to soften. Even in the early going, though, it is impressive. |
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Bordeaux | 32 | 93-95 (WA) | $158.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93-95)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Latour Martillac bursts from the glass with bold cassis, chocolate-covered cherries and plum preserves scents followed up by smoked meats, violets and aniseed hints plus a waft of Provence herbs. Full-bodied, firm and fine-grained in the mouth, the palate is laden with juicy fruit and savory layers, finishing long and fragrant. |
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Bordeaux | 3 | 93-95 (WA) | $204.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (93-95)Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Latour Martillac bursts from the glass with bold cassis, chocolate-covered cherries and plum preserves scents followed up by smoked meats, violets and aniseed hints plus a waft of Provence herbs. Full-bodied, firm and fine-grained in the mouth, the palate is laden with juicy fruit and savory layers, finishing long and fragrant. |
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