Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1989 (1 DM)

Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1989 

Talence (Pessac-Léognan), Grand Cru Classé 

Level into the neck, slightly wrinkled label, slightly corroded capsule, slight signs of seepage

Thicker, darker colour than the '90, but more mature. Wonderfully dense, intense, concentrated bouquet of vanilla, violets and cigars. Blackberry compote. Totally rich and mouth coating. So thick and lush. Touch of Seville oranges and cloves. Pure exotica. I think even more exciting than the sleek, beautiful '90. Phenomenal. Serena Sutcliffe, MW 

WA 100 

1 d.mag - 3 litres (cn) 

Provenance: Morrell & Company, May 18, 1996, Lot 572, Fine Wine Auctions

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