Château La Mission Haut-BrionPessac-Léognan 1988
Dry, Full Bodied style of Red Blend
Bordeaux, France
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Dry, Full Bodied style of Red BlendBordeaux, FranceChâteau La Mission Haut-Brion is regarded as the 'super second', producing wines of rivaling their First Growth neighbours. Described as +the quintessential insider's wine+ the estate is classified as Grand Cru Classé in the original Graves classification of 1953. '88 crafted a typical La Mission: lashes of blueberries and blackcurrant dominate the bouquet and palate with strong, muscular tannins aiding the silkiness and long finish. With over 2 decades in bottle, the wine is a testament to the reputation of cellar ability of the Château, one that will continue to age for many years to come.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion is regarded as the 'super second', producing wines of rivaling their First Growth neighbours. Described as +the quintessential insider's wine+ the estate is classified as Grand Cru Classé in the original Graves classification of 1953. '88 crafted a typical La Mission: lashes of blueberries and blackcurrant dominate the bouquet and palate with strong, muscular tannins aiding the silkiness and long finish. With over 2 decades in bottle, the wine is a testament to the reputation of cellar ability of the Château, one that will continue to age for many years to come.
Full bodied red wines have a noticeably textural mouthfeel with bold, complex flavours. Often deeply coloured.
Dry wines have no trace of sweetness at all.
- TypeRed Blend
- Size750mL
- RegionBordeaux
- Current Vintage1988
- Standard Drinks7.4
- Alcohol Volume12.5%
- CountryFrance
- Brand NameChâteau La Mission Haut-Brion
- ClosureCork
- Wine SweetnessDry
- Wine BodyFull Bodied
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