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Hedonism Wines
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Château Haut-Brion is the oldest among Bordeaux`s prestigious First Growth estate and holds global renown. This release is their Grand Vin from the 1959 vintage, a legendary year for Bordeaux wines. The mature aroma profile encompasses notes of smoke, sweet dark fruit, earth, asphalt, and violets. On the palate, the wine unfolds with a smooth, rich, and rounded character, complemented by a subtle touch of banana.

About this wine

The 1959 vintage of Château Haut-Brion is celebrated as one of the great vintages of the 20th century, offering a profound complexity, elegance, and aging potential. It is characterized by its rich bouquet, deep flavors, and a well-balanced structure that has allowed it to evolve gracefully over the decades. The 1959 Haut Brion offers a rich array of aromas, including blackberry, truffle, tobacco, and hints of leather. On the palate, it presents a full-bodied experience, with a perfect balance of fruit, tannin, and acidity, leading to a remarkably long and complex finish. Regarded as one of the top vintages of Haut Brion, consistently receiving high ratings from wine critics.

Haut Brion

The Haut Brion collection includes some of the world's most prestigious and sought-after wines, renowned for their complexity, elegance, and aging potential. These wines showcase the unique terroir of the Pessac-Léognan region.

Château Haut-Brion

Château Haut-Brion is a French wine estate and producer located in the Pessac-Léognan appellation of Bordeaux. It has a rich history dating back to at least the 17th century and is recognized as one of the first wine-producing estates in the Bordeaux region. Haut-Brion is known for its unique terroir, which contributes to the distinctive character and quality of its wines. It is one of the five First Growth wines classified in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855.