| | Located in the heart of the Pessac-Léognan appellation, Château Haut-Brion is an icon of the Bordeaux wine world, combining prestige, history and excellence. The only Premier Grand Cru Classé 1855 outside the Médoc, this centuries-old estate fascinates with its unique terroir, exceptional expertise and the timeless elegance of its wines.
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| | | 2019 Château Haut-Brion $3594 six-bottle-case
100/100 Points on Haut-Brion: “It’s full of superbly complex, ethereal character and mouth-feel, one of the wines of the vintage. Glorious.” - James Suckling
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| A Historic and Visionary Heritage
- Founded in 1525 by Jean de Pontac, Haut-Brion is one of the oldest wine estates in Bordeaux.
- It was one of the first châteaux to use barrels for maturing and exporting wine, influencing the modern Bordeaux style.
- Thomas Jefferson, future President of the United States, cited it in 1787 as one of the greatest wines he had ever tasted.
- Château Haut-Brion is currently owned by Domaine Clarence Dillon, which belongs to the Prince of Luxembourg and his family.
Did you know? - Château Haut-Brion was the first wine to be described in an official text in 1663 by Samuel Pepys, an English writer.
- Due to its limited production and enduring prestige, Haut-Brion remains one of the most collectible wines in the world.
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