93POINTS
17¼/20
Chateau Haut Bailly 2009
Pessac-Léognan, Graves, Bordeaux, FranceBig cassis, black berry, tobacco, vanilla, earthy, floral, vanilla, pomegranate, waxy, minty, iron, black olive and savoury aromas. Dry, full, round, juicy and fresh yet concentrated with suave but moderately high tannins. Cassis, coffee, earthy, prune, black cherry, tobacco, liquorice, peppery, vanilla, waxy, meaty, iron flavours. Great length, concentration and finesse. Very pure and fine. Needs 5-10 years. A vast improvement over the last few vintages.Tasted: 28 November 2012Tasted by: Stuart TobePrices:AB | $240.00 | 750ml | |
BC | $259.00 | 750ml |
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot - Cabernet FrancCSPC: 326207UPC: 00714153052167