2018
La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion
Tasting notes
Beautiful, deep colour.
The nose displays fresh fruit aromas complemented by an elegant touch of oak.
The first impression on the palate is smooth and full-bodied, becoming soft and delicious with aeration.
Excellent tannic structure culminating in a beautiful long aftertaste enhanced by fruity and spicy flavours.
The weather
The spring of 2018 was marked by frequent stormy weather.The growing season started very well, although was later slowed down as a result of a violent hailstorm on the 26th of May. The vines nevertheless recovered fairly quickly. The month of June was relatively warm, conducive to even flowering. A hot summer followed, with little rainfall. Véraison (colour change) took place under ideal conditions. A high-pressure system set in during the month of September. The grapes were picked under clear blue skies at peak ripeness and in excellent condition.
A few figures
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Harvest Dates
From the 10th of September to the 2nd of October
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Blend
Merlot: 40.8%
Cabernet Franc: 7.6%
Cabernet Sauvignon: 51.6% -
New barrels
22%
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Alcohol
14.5%
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Bottling date
On May 14th and 15th 2020
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