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Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion

Carmes Haut Brion 2013

Les Carmes Haut-Brion

Case Format: 12x75cl

Max score: 93.0

The lesser-known neighbour of Haut Brion and La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Les Carmes Haut Brion are not one to be overlooked. Positioned on the same distinct terroir as its famous counterparts, this Pessac-Léognan estate has been creating beautiful wine for centuries. 7.6 hectares of the 29.6-hectare estate are used to produce Les Carmes Haut Brion. The vineyard is planted with Merlot (c.41%), Cabernet Franc (c.39%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (c.20%). The vines are on average nearly 45 years old, with the oldest being close to 90. Around 45% of their grapes are fermented with the stems intact in a bid to add more freshness and minerality to the wine. After vinification the wines are aged in 100% new French oak barrels, with 5% of the wine aged in clay amphora. The end result is a beautifully complex wine, that comprises silky textures and strong fruity flavours.

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CRITIC REVIEWS

91-93
Robert M. Parker, Jr.

A blend of 59% Cabernet Franc, 22% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon, there will be approximately 15,600 bottles of the 2013 (one-third of the 2012 production). The results of Pichet’s investments and the draconian selection process are stunning as this is one of the stars of the vintage. A deep ruby/purple color is followed by notes of sweet black cherries, charcoal, graphite, white chocolate, camphor and asphalt. With a medium- to full-bodied mouthfeel, stunning purity, and an overall completeness that is rare in this vintage, this is a major sleeper of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2023. A brilliant success, the 2013 is one of the finest wines produced at this tiny, jewel of an estate sandwiched between Pape Clement, Haut Brion and La Mission Haut Brion. It has frequently been an erratic performer, particularly in view of the terroir, but since its purchase by Patrice Pichet, numerous investments have been made.

91
Jane Anson

Soft raspberry and smoked earth notes on the nose, this has a lilting freshness but doesnt build momentum through the palate. Give it time to work its charms, as there is an attractive slate texture to the tannins, and a juicy salinity on the close of play. They have done a great job within the vintage, but there is just not the depth or intensity of fruit to really carry this forward longterm - drink now and over the next five to 8 years to make the most of these raspberry and blueberry fruits. 30% new oak, 30% whole bunch fermentation, amphora introduced as of this vintage for a small amount of the ageing.

DELIVERY INFORMATION

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