Château Haut-Batailley - Pauillac - Red - 2013 :

 

The Refined Claret: Château Haut-Batailley, 5th Cru Classé

Château Haut-Batailley is a Fifth Growth Grand Cru Classé that perfectly encapsulates the finesse of Pauillac. The estate, now owned by the celebrated Cazes family, is enjoying a surge in quality, with a focus on producing a claret of exceptional balance, purity, and charm. It is often seen as a brilliant 'sleeper' Pauillac, offering immense drinking pleasure.

Tasting Notes

• **Colour:** A rich, deep garnet.
• **Nose:** Quintessential Pauillac-a precise and elegant nose of blackcurrant, cedar box, graphite, and a hint of minty freshness.
• **Palate:** Medium-bodied and seamless, displaying silky, fine tannins and a core of sweet, dark fruit. The balance between fruit concentration and vibrant acidity is superb, leading to a long, graceful finish. A sophisticated wine that is both approachable now and cellar-worthy for decades.

Food Match & Serving

A classic Pauillac demands a classic British roast. Serve with a slight chill at 16°C-18°C (60°F-64°F). Decanting for a couple of hours is highly recommended to allow the aromas to fully unfurl.

Pauillac 2013
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