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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Robert Parker - 02 May 11
Formerly known as Les Plantiers Haut-Brion, this wine reveals deep honeysuckle, lemon custard and melon notes intermixed with a distinctive earthy, floral character. This beautiful, well-made effort is essentially the second wine of Haut-Brion Blanc. It is composed of 90% Semillon and 10% Sauvignon Blanc.
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Pessac-Léognan Fine Wine

Pessac-Leognan

Pessac-Léognan, an esteemed Bordeaux appellation in the Graves region, is renowned for both red and white wines. The reds are elegant and complex, with earthy notes, blackcurrant, plum, tobacco, and graphite, supported by refined tannins and excellent ageing potential. The whites, primarily from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, are fresh, aromatic, and balanced, with citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes, plus a creamy texture from barrel ageing. Top producers include Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Smith Haut Lafitte, and Château Pape Clément.