Classification | Cru Classe |
Type | White |
Brand | Chateau Laville Haut Brion Blanc |
Vintage | 2005 |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux, Graves |
Grape | Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon |
Volume | 0,75 |
Condition | Perfect |
Label | Perfect |
Stock | 0 |
A sensational example of Laville, the light green/gold-hued 2005 offers up a superb bouquet of spring flower blossoms, melted wax, honeysuckle, caramel, ripe citrus, and a subtle hint of smoke. This superb, full-bodied, fabulously concentrated white should have 40 years of longevity.
Shows mineral, flint, green apple skin and citrus fruit on the nose. Very intense and focused. Racy. Has a powerful, full-bodied palate, with a thick, layered structure, fabulous acidity and subtle ripe fruit. Very long and present, yet tight and reserved.
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.