Vintage La Chapelle de Haut-Bages Liberal 2017

Château Haut-Bages Libéral is a 5th growth estate in Pauillac owned and run by Claire Villars-Lurton and her husband Gonzague Lurton (of our other beloved Bordeaux estates in Margaux, Durfort-Vivens). Claire also shares a passion for the expression biodynamic certification has given her wines. The 30-hectare property sits next door to Château Latour; the two are the only Pauillac estates with parcels of limestone soils which gives a certain mineral character to the wines. The estate has three plots that adjoin esteemed neighbours Latour, Pichon-Lalande and Grand Puy Lacoste which is one element of why we think this estate has been a sleeping giant for many years.

The attractive aromas of cedar, fresh violets, and cassis fill the wine glass. While the palate has a very soft and supple texture, with fresh lively red fruit, and a fine tannin edge. After only one sip the vanilla and dark chocolate mingle with black fruits and spices. This is a special Bordeaux for it’s value!