Carmes Haut Brion 2008

Pessac-Leognan

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Tasting Notes

Slightly shorter and less impressive than it was from barrel, the very good 2008 is a mid-weight Graves revealing a dark plum/garnet color along with sweet earthy, herbal, tobacco leaf, sweet and sour cherry and crushed rock characteristics. This medium-bodied, spicy 2008 tails off in the mouth. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.

Score: 87

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2011-2019 01 May 2011

Made in an ethereal, lighter style than usual, the 2008 Les Carmes Haut-Brion offers up notes of menthol, unsmoked cigar tobacco, and sweet red and black currants. Medium-bodied, pure, delicate, and full of charm, it only lacks the texture and depth one expects in the best vintages like 2008. Drink it over the next 12-14 years.

Score: 88 - 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2009-2023 01 April 2009