2006 Ch. Haut-Bailly, Pessac-Léognan

Terrific and distinctive, "Graves style", earthy notes on the nose combine with bright, pure cassis fruit. It has a delightfully smooth mouth-feel on the palate where the notes of fruit and spice mingle with just a hint of new oak. The finish is long and elegant with enough structure to ensure its longevity. Haut Bailly is really flying at present. (Chris Pollington, BBR Fine Wine Specialist, Oct 2008)

The legendary Jean Delmas, who made 40 vintages at First Growth Ch. Haut Brion, says that the terroir at Ch. Haut-Bailly is the best in Pessac, bar none! So in a terroir year like 2006, it is not surprising this is so spectacular. From its rich, fragrant nose to its precise, silky yet sumptuous raspberry and cream fruit, huge but supple tannins and long pure finish, this is glorious. Add in its complexity, freshness and finesse and Haut-Bailly's 2006 is clearly one of the best wines of the vintage.
(Simon Staples, BBR Fine Wine Director, June 2007)

The legendary Jean Delmas, who made 40 vintages at First Growth Ch. Haut Brion, says that the terroir at Ch. Haut-Bailly is the best in Pessac, bar none! So in a terroir year like 2006, it is not surprising this is so spectacular. From its rich, fragrant nose to its precise, silky yet sumptuous raspberry and cream fruit, huge but supple tannins and long pure finish, this is glorious. Add in its complexity, freshness and finesse and Haut-Bailly's 2006 is clearly one of the best wines of the vintage.
(Simon Staples, BBR Fine Wine Director, June 2007)
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