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November 25December 03, 2019
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LOT 488

Lot 488

CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1996 (2) WS 93 WA 95

CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1996 (2) WS 93 WA 95
Lot 488 Details
CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1996

Pessac-Léognan. 1er Cru Classé
u. 1 x 2 cm. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x stained & scuffed labels

The 1996 Haut-Brion, a blend of 50% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon and 11% Cabernet Franc is clearly on a higher plane than the La Mission. There is something much more expansive and complete on the nose: greater depth of fruit, more harmonious with scents of underbrush, tar, black olive and this bottle perhaps less "feral" than I have noticed on previous examples. The palate is very well balanced with dark cherries, sous-bois and cedar. This is one vintage where I think the Cabernet Franc plays an important role and lends more complexity. This is a 1996 that has retained and built upon beguiling fleshiness and it will continue to evolve with style and panache. Tasted July 2016. Drink: 2016-2050 WS 93 WA 95

2 bts.    per lot $1,200 - $1,400

Realised: $1,332
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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