2015 La Clarte de Haut Brion Blanc
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The 2015 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is lighter in color than its peers. Here, the SO2 seems to occlude fruit intensity and the nose lacks the focus and definition one would expect. The palate is better, offering lime and citrus fruit; a little peachiness develops with aeration. The candied, sweet finish lacks complexity. Not bad, but the aromatics need to be addressed. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Jancis Robinson MW
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Tasted blind. Not that expressive but it suggests hidden depths. Confident and restrained. A solid performance. Dry finish and everything in its place. (JR)
The 2015 La Clarté de Haut-Brion is a very pretty entry-level white from Haut-Brion. A hint of reduction adds nuance to the bright lemon peel, white flower, mint and crushed rock nuances. Understated and classy, with terrific energy, the 2015 has turned out very nicely. Even though the blend is 73% Sémillon and just 27% Sauvignon, the Sauvignon character is quite pronounced.
About the producer
Ch. Haut-Brion is the only classified growth in Pessac-Léognan. One of the five First Growths, it is renowned for producing both exceptional reds and whites. Along with its sister estate, Ch. la Mission Haut-Brion, it is part of the Clarence Dillon stable.