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97
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95
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity
Classification: Red
Variety: Cabernet Blend
Vintage: 2024
Bottle Size: 750ml (Bottle)
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux, Pessac-Leognan
Alcohol %: 13.0%
Cellaring: 15 Plus Years
Scores
97 / 100"Château Haut-Bailly chose “Singing in the Rain” as the theme for its 2024 vintage. At first, I couldn’t help but wonder – was this a gentle disguise, a poetic veil to gloss over a vintage short on sunshine? But then the scent of peony petals began to rise, followed by delicate notes of raspberry, cherry, and tomato leaf swirling at the rim. And suddenly, I understood: this wasn’t concealment, but calm confidence. What Haut-Bailly offers in 2024 is something rare – an expression of ethereal lightness and absolute purity, it recalls the sacred purity of a great Pinot Noir. And yet, this purity is grounded – anchored by the gravely depth of its terroir and the poised nobility of Cabernet Sauvignon. With “depth woven into lightness and strength cloaked in sanctity,” it stands quietly apart in a difficult vintage. And through it, we see how Haut-Bailly chooses not just to endure the rain-but to dance in it. - Alexandra MA"
- Alexandre Ma
95 / 100
"Strong ruby, purple reflections, subtle ochre rim brightening. Nuances of blackberry and cassis, a hint of plum, tobacco-like herbal savouriness, candied orange zest. Juicy, elegant, ripe heart cherry, finesse-rich acidity, mineral, extra-sweet and delicate on the finish, sure maturity and certain ageing potential, already very harmonious. - Peter Moser"
- Falstaff
