Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1959 Talence (Pessac-Léognan), Grand Cru Classé
Lot 6387: 1 bt - u. 2x3cm, 3x3.5cm, 1x4cm, 1x4.5cm, heavily bin-soiled labels, 1 slightly torn, Nicolas stamped labels, 1 with sticker overlapping front label, short capsules reveals vintage branded corks, slightly torn and corroded capsules (Needs updating after repack!), 1 bt - Bin-soiled and glue-striped label, short nicked capsule reveals vintage branded cork, Lot 6388: u. 1bn, 1ts, previously purchased from Zachys 'A London Gentleman's Cellar: Historic Wines From the Collection of Graham Lyons Part II' in New York on 3 December 2010, reconditioned at chateau in 2001 with new capsules and labels, 1 very slightly corroded capsule
Last tasted from magnum in 2014. Deeper colour than Haut Brion '59, almost purple. More concentrated, focused and intense than Haut Brion. Terrific tannin, power and richness. Inky. Great depth and vigour. A very great drinking experience. A wonderful exercise in style comparison with the neighbour over the road. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 100
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