CHATEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 1978 |

Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1978 Talence (Pessac-Léognan), Grand Cru ClasséLot 7200: u. 9bn, 2vts, 1ts, slightly scuffed and slightly bin-soiled labels, 2 nicked labels, 2 slightly stained labels, scuffed and slightly corroded capsules, excellent color and clarity, Lot 7201: u. 7bn, 5vts, slightly scuffed and slightly bin-soiled labels, 2 of which stained, 3 of which nicked, slightly scuffed and nicked capsules, 2 slightly corroded, excellent color and clarityRich 'cloves and cream' nose, with Havana highlights. Intense and concentrated by a lot of late sun. Tremendously aromatic on the palate, so chocolatey on the finish. A wonderful, definite wine. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 96 7200:12 bts (owc) 7201:12 bts (owc)Estimates are per lot