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Haut Batailley 2011

Pauillac, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

Haut-Batailley always seems to represent a synthesis in style between St.-Julien and Pauillac. The silky 2011 possesses dark red and black fruits, medium body, good purity and texture, and reasonable depth. It is not a big wine, but is a well-made effort to drink over the next 10-15 years.

Score: 88

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2029 01 April 2014

As always, in 2011, the Haut-Batailley is more seductive and St.-Julien in style than other Pauillacs. Its deep ruby/plum color is followed by soft, savory red and black currant notes, decent acidity and ripe tannin. Drink this mid-weight, ethereal-styled Pauillac over the next decade.

Score: 87 - 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2022 27 April 2012

A blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot, the Haut-Batailley has a leathery, earthy bouquet with a pleasant herbaceous edge, a hint of small dark cherries developing with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with a grainy, tertiary, saline entry. There is something agreeably briny at its core with a smooth, understates finish that lacks the length of the 2009 and 2010, but that is to be expected. Classic claret: no more, no less. Tasted April 2012.

Score: 87 - 89

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 30 April 2012

Well-expressed, almost crunchy, fruit, clear and refreshing flavours, a charmingly elegant Pauillac.

Score: 17

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2015-2025 16 April 2012

72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, on deep coarse gravel. 60% new oak. Deep crimson. Fresh, leafy but not green. Refreshing and lively, even at the end of a long day's tasting. Lightish, fresh and juicy, nice cool Cabernet. Light, fine tannins. (JH)

Score: 16 - 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2016-2026 16 April 2012

Solid plum and cherry pie flavors, with nicely integrated toasted vanilla and a lightly pebbly edge on the finish.

Score: 88 - 91

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 11 April 2012

Very pretty length to this with silky tannins and a juicy finish. Medium to full body, with fine tannins and a fresh acidity.

Score: 91 - 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2012

Showed at Grand Puy Lacoste as they share the same owner this is always a very typical Pauillac. Nothing is overdone here - light to medium structure with lots of purity and precise, ripe fruits. Big finish without going too far!

Score: 90 - 92

Albany Vintners, - 01 January 1900