like that vintage the 2015 cannot fail to hedonically satiate and intellectually edify all lovers of great Bordeaux who drink it

and precise

The taste is both full-bodied and lively

with both depth and finesse

finishing very long and with plenty of attitude

Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, Pessac-Leognan, 2016, 75cl 2-set like that vintage the 2015Conditions were a little challenging for the Smillon this year, and the blend of the La Mission Haut Brion 2016 Blanc is, unusually, dominated by Sauvignon Blanc (62. 7%) with 37. 3% Smillon. It reveals subtle notions of mandarin peel, fresh grapefruit and pineapple with touches of crushed rocks, white peaches and coriander seed. Medium bodied, the palate has a racy line of freshness cutting through the vibrant citrus and tropical layers, finishing on