Haut-Bailly II Pessac-Léognan 2019 - Second vin
94/100
Decanter
93/100
Le Figaro
93/100
Yves Beck
93/100
Bettane & Desseauve
93/100
Anthocyanes - Yohan Castaing
“An enticing nose that evokes the sensation of holding a basket of red berries ready to be made into jam, with hints of vegetal, herbaceous, and spring-like notes. On the palate, the elegant structure and creamy texture that characterize the first wine are just as present here, with a sophisticated finish featuring notes of chocolate.” (Le Figaro Vin 2022)
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Eye
Garnet-red dress
Nose
A delicate and complex bouquet with rich aromas of red berries and blackcurrant
Palate
Rich, velvety Merlots offer a fresh, fruity character, enhanced by silky tannins. This is a delicious second wine with a lovely roundness.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2036
Food and wine pairings
Serve with wild duck with orange sauce, roasted partridge with grapes, or a beef tenderloin with Périgueux sauce
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2020 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Similar to a fine wine but in a slightly slimmer bottle, its main strengths lie in its balance and classic Bordeaux style.
Decanter
Wine rated (2022 guide) 94/100
About the wine:
Wow, blackberries and violets on the nose—so sensual, rich, and round. Beautifully fresh on the palate, with a burst of juicy red fruit and a lovely, refreshing crispness right from the start. A hint of blueberries, but there are also strawberries, raspberries, and red cherries. Supple tannins with a slightly chalky grip that coat the palate, giving it structure and body. So linear and straightforward, yet layered. Excellent!
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
2-Star Rating (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to the consistency and excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
"With its distinctive and utterly charming style, this estate—acquired in 1998 by American banker Robert Wilmers—produces a wine of unique integrity and class. Véronique Sanders, the former owner’s granddaughter, meticulously manages this classified growth on a daily basis, alongside the highly competent technical director Gabriel Vialard. She produces a harmonious and supremely balanced red wine here, respecting Bordeaux traditions without ever overdoing it in an attempt to overshadow the wines’ very natural profile. The gravelly terroir over iron-rich soil allows the wines to develop a highly seductive bouquet of morello cherries and a velvety texture unmatched in the Léognan region. It is very difficult to find fault with a single vintage: all of them, with an inimitable, long, and refined style, achieve excellence. A word of caution to overly impatient enthusiasts: like any great wine worthy of the name, Haut-Bailly can be austere in its youth. It truly reveals itself only after a few years of aging.”
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2022 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
An enticing nose that evokes the sensation of holding a basket of red berries ready to be made into jam, with hints of vegetal, herbaceous, and spring-like notes. On the palate, the elegant structure and creamy texture that characterize the first wine are equally present here, with a sophisticated finish featuring notes of chocolate.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Elegance and finesse set the tone for Haut-Bailly II. The bouquet is complex and delicate, distinguished by floral and fruity notes. This finesse is also clearly evident on the palate. The tannins are precise and well-integrated, providing a solid foundation. The finish offers a lovely fruity expression. This wine truly lives up to its reputation!
Anthocyanes - Yohan Castaing
Wine rated (2020 guide) 93/100
About the wine:
Blackcurrant, raspberry, spices, a hint of smokiness, floral notes. Straightforward, taut, with beautiful overall precision—a fresh and delicate wine. Excellent balance of acidity and harvest timing. Beautiful tannins, with tension and energy as well. A Haut-Bailly II that will go down in history. Superb! One of the most sensual.
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