Château La Mission Haut-Brion - Pessac-Léognan - La Chapelle de la Mission Haut Brion - Red - 2021

Wine:

Revealing a 2021 of exceptional pedigree, the 2021 Red La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion from Pessac-Léognan once again proves its class. Generous and complete, it carries the freshness of the vintage with finesse, delivering an extra layer of velvety texture and a beautifully persistent finish—clear signs of a wine built for graceful, rewarding aging.

Vinification:

Hand harvested from 20 September to 8 October. Aged in barrels (27% of which are new).

Color:

Garnet with intense red highlights.

Nose:

A beautifully mature nose with fruity flavours and subtle woody notes.

Palate:

This is a generous, well-balanced wine with vibrant freshness and a long, elegant finish. Subtle notes from oak aging enhance its smooth texture and depth without overshadowing the wine’s natural character—adding richness and indulgence that will only grow more enticing over time.

Temperature:

Serve between 14 and 16°C.

Food and wine pairing:

Entrecôte Bordelaise, roast squab with shallots, Fourme de Montbrison cheese.

Cellar aging:

From now until 2035

In the heart of Pessac-Léognan, La Mission Haut-Brion stands directly across from Château Haut-Brion. These two legendary estates share the same extraordinary terroir and the same winemaking team.

While Haut-Brion sometimes asserts itself more strongly with age, the sensuality of La Mission’s wines often gives them an early edge, a quality frequently praised by critics — with a tender, exquisitely smooth mid-palate that defines its style.

The estate’s second label, La Chapelle de la Mission Haut-Brion, captures the property's legendary silkiness with remarkable flair — a true expression of excellence!