2011 Haut Bergey
Estimated value
Buying options
Tasting notes
Critic scores
Average Score
Decanter
Neal Martin
More reviews and scores
Ripe, jammy and earthy on the nose. More savoury and spiced on the palate. Soft and a bit dilute in the middle. (JH)
The Garcin family has invested heavily in both money and time to resurrect a number of their estates, including Haut-Bergey (as well as Branon, Clos l’Eglise and Barde-Haut). The 2011 Haut-Bergey exhibits notes of charcoal embers, tobacco leaf, black currants, cherries, spice and earth. Made from a high dosage of Merlot combined with Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, it should age nicely for 10-15 years.
Dark greyish crimson. Ripe dark fruit – cassis and raspberry and cherry – and just a touch cedary. A light smoky/Lapsang note. Rich, dense fruit that is just ripe – fresh and intense. Firm, chewy tannins. Big structure. Full bodied and still fragrant on the long finish. (JH)
About the producer
Since Paul Garcin took over running this estate in 2014, it has become one of Pessac-Léognan’s most exciting addresses. Biodynamic and with a minimalist approach, Ch. Haut-Bergey makes pure and expressive wines that offer both great value and a taste of the modern Bordeaux.