2020 Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion Cru Classe, Pessac-Leognan, Rouge

Château La Mission Haut-Brion is a historically significant Cru Classé estate located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux, managed by the Dillon family since 1983. The vineyards sit on deep, gravelly terraces over a mixed subsoil of clay, sand, and limestone, and the wine is made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc. In the glass, it displays a dark purple hue with an intense nose of red fruits, complemented by a round, fleshy, thick texture and a long, structured finish. An exceptionally hot, dry summer during the 2020 growing season produced grapes with high maturity and a dense, powerful profile. This structured bottle is built for the cellar and offers serious cellaring potential for collectors.