In Bond Fine Wine. 2015 Château Clarence Haut Brion Clarence Haut Brion (2nd wine of Haut Brion), Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France. Second wine • Red Bordeaux in 12x75cl. Top critic score: 90–92/100 (AG). Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Albany Vintners (AV) — 92–94/100 · -, 27/04/2016
57% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc. Weighty black fruits and tobacco. Fresh and structured with more red fruits on the palate and savoury notes. More power and silkiness than La Chapelle.
Antonio Galloni (AG) — 90–92/100 · Vinous, 01/04/2016
A huge, ample wine, the 2015 La Clarence de Haut-Brion will give readers a very good idea of what the vintage is all about at the château. The flavors are dark and boldly sketched throughout. Violet, lavender, mint, spice, gravel and earthiness all add to the wine's distinctly masculine, brooding personality. Far from an easygoing second wine, the 2015 Clarence has the pedigree to drink well for…
James Suckling (JS) — 93–94/100 · JamesSuckling.com, 01/04/2016
Racy and refined second wine with polished and pretty tannins. Full body. Pretty.