Description

When we talk about the white wine of Château Haut-Brion, the first words that come to mind are uniqueness, excellence and richness. Château Haut-Brion Blanc is an icon in the world of exceptional white wines, demonstrating that Bordeaux is also capable of producing some of the world's finest dry white wines.

Official Vintage Conditions

The 2006 vintage was the result of a highly contrasted climate. Throughout the year, weather conditions shifted from one extreme to another. Fortunately, both spring and summer were generally hot and dry. One hundred seasonal workers laboured continuously for three months, allowing the winemaking team to wait patiently until every grape variety reached optimum ripeness before harvest.

Official Technical Information

• Producer: Château Haut-Brion
• Wine: Château Haut-Brion Blanc
• Vintage: 2006
• Appellation: Pessac-Léognan AOC
• Region: Bordeaux
• Country: France
• Wine Type: Dry White Wine
• Blend: 56% Sauvignon Blanc, 44% Sémillon
• Harvest Dates: 29 August – 8 September 2006
• New Oak Barrels: 44%
• Alcohol: 13.5%
• Bottling Date: 11 July 2007
• Bottle Size: 750ml

Official Tasting Notes

The wine displays a brilliant colour and an exceptionally expressive bouquet. It reveals remarkable richness, aromatic intensity, freshness and complexity, offering the balance and elegance that have made Château Haut-Brion Blanc one of the world's benchmark dry white wines.

Food Pairing Suggestions

• Lobster with beurre blanc
• Scallops
• Turbot
• Dover sole
• Foie gras
• Roasted poultry
• Mature Comté

Serving Recommendations

• Serving Temperature: 10–12°C
• Decanting: Optional for younger bottles
• Cellaring: Exceptional long-term aging potential

Critical Acclaim

• 98 Points – Robert Parker Wine Advocate
• 97 Points – Wine Spectator
• 97 Points – Vinous
• 96 Points – James Suckling
• 96 Points – Decanter