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Mission Haut Brion Blanc 2012

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Tasting Notes

This blend of 84% Semillon and 16% Sauvignon Blanc is from the vineyard that used to be known as Laville Haut-Brion. Bursting with aromas of candle wax, honeyed tangerines, exotic melon and lychee nut-like notes, it exhibits terrific minerality along with a full-bodied mouthfeel, exceptional concentration, great acids and a long finish that lasts 40+ seconds. This killer dry white wine should drink well for 30-40+ years. (96-98+ Points)

Score: 96 - 98

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2013-2053 26 April 2013

A racy, bright and lovely version, with nectarine, peach pit, blanched almond and orange blossom notes. The stony finish is long and tightly coiled. A sleek, pure and driven white. Tasted non-blind.

Score: 92 - 95

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 05 April 2013

84% Sémillon, 16% Sauvignon Blanc. Quite sweet on the nose with crème pâtissière. Quite like a grand cru white burgundy in build. Very rich. Sumptuous and only just held on to the tightrope of balance but a superstar. Glorious. Explosive; I would guess lots of alcohol. But massive impact and sufficient corsetry to keep it well balanced. 14.6%

Score: 18 - 19

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2017-2027 04 April 2013

Lots of mineral, oyster shell, apple pie and white pepper on the nose and palate. Full and rich yet very bright and fresh. Dried pear and apple undertones. Intense.

Score: 95 - 96

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 04 April 2013