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Clarence Haut Brion (2nd wine of Haut Brion) 2013

Pessac-Leognan, Second wine

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Tasting Notes

The 2013 Le Clarence de Haut-Brion has retained that light but attractive black plum and strawberry-scented bouquet, not complex, but clean, pure and well defined. The palate is driven by that fleshy Merlot component at its core (57% of the blend), surrounded by meaty notes imparted by the Cabernet Franc. There is a touch of coarseness and austerity towards the finish, suggesting that another 1-2 years in bottle will do this deuxième vin of Haut-Brion no harm at all.

Score: 87 Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2017-2025 Date: 28 October 2016

The La Clarence de Haut-Brion showed a little differently during my two tastings at the property. The first was a little anonymous but the second exhibited more fruit intensity with pleasant dark plum and briary aromas. The palate is pinched on the entry with slightly aggressive tannins, although there is more depth on the finish compared to the La Chapelle de La Mission, especially the second sample that seemed infused with greater tension. Tasted April 2014.

Score: 85 - 87 Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Date: 01 April 2014

Iodine and oyster shell with stones. Full body with chewy tannins and a medium finish. Creamy texture.

Score: 89 - 90 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Date: 01 April 2014

Superb carmine-ruby, smooth and ripe black fruits, slightly earthy with lovely texture, clarity and good future.

Score: 90 Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2017-2024 Date: 01 April 2014

The second wine of Haut Brion, previously known as Bahans, this was renamed in the 2007 vintage and is now also bottled in the same distinctively shaped bottle as the Grand Vin. Deep purplish red in colour. Intense aromas of fresh plums and woodsmoke. The palate is rich and creamy, with a touch of liqueur at the centre. Simple but pure.

Score: 87 - 90 Albany Vintners, - Date: 01 April 2014