Haut Batailley 2013

Pauillac, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

The Château Haut-Batailley 2013 is a blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot picked from 2 to 10 October at 31hl/ha. It has a light and slightly leafy bouquet with touches of bay leaf and undergrowth. It is missing a little vigour at this stage. The palate is medium-bodied with a saline character on the entry (like Lynch Bages). It gains cohesion towards the finish, remaining resolutely 'classic' in style with a nice touch of austerity lingering on the aftertaste.

Score: 88 - 90

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 April 2014

Fine lifted Cabernet nose, smooth and ripe, touch of spice, Merlot adds charm and elegance, good wine.

Score: 89

Decanter, Decanter.com Maturity: 2017-2027 01 April 2014

Black berries and mintiness on the nose. Very pretty wine. Some blueberry and red cherry fruit depth and good grip on the toasty finish.

Score: 87 - 89

Albany Vintners, - 01 April 2014

A firm, juicy wine with iron, mineral and spice character. Medium body with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Clean and pretty. Pure and linear.

Score: 88 - 89

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2014

A racy, slightly high-pitched style, with red currant, blood orange and floral notes, lined with a bright iron accent that holds sway on the austere finish.

Score: 87 - 90

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 01 April 2014

The 2013 Haut Batailley wraps around the palate with lovely depth and nuance. A layered, resonant wine, the 2013 impresses for its depth and overall balance. Black cherry, plum, dark spices and menthol add the final layers of complexity on the nuanced finish. This is a gorgeous wine with tons of near and medium-term appeal.

Score: 88 - 91

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com 01 April 2014

76% Cabernet Sauvignon 24% Merlot. Ripe, juicy cassis, sappy oak but well integrated. Finely ground tannin that really grips the finish. Fine, traditional Pauillac, with lovely balance and good persistence. (17+)

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, Richard Hemming, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2017-2027 01 April 2014