Score: 94 |
Robert Parker, Hedonists Gazette (01/05/2010), May 2010 |
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Score: 93 |
Robert Parker, Bordeaux Book (4), December 2003 |
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Deep plum, currant, and mineral notes emerge from the concentrated, beautifully balanced, pure 1999 Haut Brion. It seems to be cut from the same mold as years such as 1979 and 1985. There is a hint of graphite in the abundant fruit. The wine is medium to full-bodied, nuanced, subtle, deep, and provocatively elegant. It is made in a style that only Haut Brion appears capable of achieving. The finish is extremely long, the tannins sweet, and the overall impression one of delicacy interwoven with power and ripeness. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2025.
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Score: 93 |
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (140), April 2002 |
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Score: 91/93 |
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (134), April 2001 |
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Score: 93/95 |
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (128), April 2000 |
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Seductive juice. Gorgeous aromas of crushed berries, tobacco, cigars and cedar. Full to medium bodied with well-integrated tannins and a long fruity finish. Very fine indeed. Best after 2005. 12500 cases made.
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James Suckling, Wine Spectator (31/3/2), March 2002 |
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Score: 91 |
James Suckling, Wine Spectator (Mar 2002), March 2002 |
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Score: 90/94 |
James Suckling, Wine Spectator |
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Starting to show some evolution on the rim. Something rather mulch-like/farmyard on the nose. Very solid and very firm and La Mission-like. Polished texture and very mineral-influenced. A lovely drink already though with lots still to give to judge from those tannins in the background.Drink 2008-20
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Score: 17.5 |
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, May 2008 |
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