Carmes Haut Brion 2019
Les Carmes Haut-Brion
Vintage: 2019
Case Format: 6x75cl
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CRITIC REVIEWS
Georgina Hindle
One of my favourite wines in 2019, immediately captivating with a lasting impression. Gorgeous dark purple in the glass with blackcurrant notes, perfumed violets, dark chocolate and hints of truffle - the old-vine Bouchet (Cabernet Franc) giving aromatic intensity on the nose and palate. Succulent straight away with ripe cherry, blood orange and pink grapefruit flavours set against soft, mouthwatering acidity and a lovely saline grip to the tannins. Its rich but just giving delicate hints in each direction of fruit, acidity, freshness, structure, mouthfeel and body. Restrained and poised, with a drinkability that makes you want a glass now, but could happily be enjoyed decades from now. Managing director Guillaume Pouthier said he simply Wants to make wine that is drunk and this is eminently drinkable. A blend of 48% Cabernet Franc, 28% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot. 3.60 pH. 80% ageing in new barrel, 9% amphora, 11% foudre. Stéphane Derenoncourt consultant.
James Lawther MW
42% Cabernet Franc, 31% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot. 60% whole-bunch vinification. Aged 24 months in new oak barrel (80%), foudre (10%) and amphora (10%) Purple-black colour. Aromatically discreet but dense and refined. Dark fruit and cassis as the wine opens in the glass. Juicy fruit on the palate with fine texture and tannins. Lots of length and finesse, the profile more linear and aérien than 2018. Clean finish, the balance just right. (JL)
DELIVERY INFORMATION
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