Ratings: Robert Parker 87/100, RVF 17/20, Bettane & Desseauve 17/20, Gault Millau 17/20, Guide Hachette 2** (Remarkable Wine), Jean-Marc Quarin 90/100, Wine Spectator 89/100, Jancis Robinson 15.5/20
“Over the past ten years, many Bordeaux châteaux have scaled back on oak, but not Haut-Marbuzet. Pronounced vanilla and toast, with notes of blackcurrant and black cherry in a flamboyant and openly oaky style. It is medium-bodied and has very good concentration. Drink within the next 10–15 years. ” (Wine Advocate Feb. 2012 - Robert Parker) • Delivered in a wooden case for orders of 12 bottles of this wine shipped within France •
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Eye
a beautiful, deep color, somewhere between ruby and purple
Nose
Intense and powerful, with delicious aromas of ripe fruit
Palate
an airy, delicate, and subtle wine, characterized by great balance and finesse
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2013
Drink before
2029
Production
1,200 barrels
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des gibiers, un civet de lièvre, des viandes rouges...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2021 guide): 4* Stars (Producers of the very highest quality, the pride of French viticulture)
About the estate:
This world-renowned wine is produced in Marbuzet, a hillside facing the Gironde River. Its vineyards are situated halfway between Cos d’Estournel and Montrose. Henri Dubosq, a leading figure in the Médoc, has been crafting the estate’s wines with great success since 1982. In 2006, he partnered with Michelin-starred chef Philippe Jorand to enhance the 13 hectares of Château Layauga-Duboscq, situated on prime terroirs around Gaillan and Queyrac. The wines of Haut-Marbuzet have always been full-bodied, combining roundness and richness, with great aging potential. Haut-Marbuzet is truly a superb, must-visit estate within the appellation.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2022 guide) 2*Stars (These exceptional estates, often boasting fabulous terroirs, are must-haves that, thanks to their consistency and the excellence of their wines, deserve a place in the cellars of discerning wine lovers)
About the estate:
No other Bordeaux estate can claim to have such a devoted community of enthusiasts. For over thirty years, Haut-Marbuzet and its colorful and dynamic owner, Henri Dubosq—now supported by his sons—have won the hearts of discerning wine lovers. While these wines have long been considered charming in their youth (which they undeniably are), yet limited in terms of aging potential, one must taste the mature vintages of this Saint-Estèphe estate to understand that its terroir is above all capable of producing wines that age beautifully. The old Merlot vines planted on blue clay lend Haut-Marbuzet’s bouquet superb truffle notes reminiscent of certain old Pomerols. Like many others, the estate experienced a slight dip in form at the start of the 2000s, but its strong comeback in recent years makes it more indispensable than ever in the cellar of any wine lover.
Wine Enthusiast
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Enthusiast)
James Suckling
Rated: Recommended
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 16 reviews
Review by Mr. GILLES D. Published on 12/29/2025
At its peak, this 2009 Saint-Estèphe continues to impress with its remarkable finesse, voluptuous roundness, and the intensity of its rich, full-bodied texture, supported by velvety, earthy tannins that allow the flavors of ripe, almost cooked fruit to express themselves freely, complemented by roasted and vanilla notes. Superb, lingering, and caressing finish. This exceptional wine was served for this family Christmas dinner, paired with a dish that is just as exceptional: partridges stuffed with foie gras, larded, and flambéed with Armagnac, accompanied by a generous sauté of porcini mushrooms. Rating: 4.6.
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Review by Mr. PIERRE YVES D. Published on April 7, 2023
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Review by Mr. J. HUGUES T. Published on May 16, 2020
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Review by Mr. JEAN MARC N. Published on May 7, 2020
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Review by Mr. REMI P. Published on October 2, 2019
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Review by Mr. NICOLAS G. Posted on April 19, 2019
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Review by Mr. JEAN LOUIS D. Published on June 8, 2018
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Review by Mr. PIERRE A. Posted on 10/24/2017
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Review by Mr. SEBASTIEN B. Published on June 18, 2017
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Review by Mr. MARC D. Posted on May 31, 2017
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