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Tasting notes
Score 81/100 · Drink 1991, Robert Parker, Jan 1998

For whatever reason, the now-mature 1978, while fruity, quite charming, and soft, never quite had the depth and dimension of the 1979. Now taking on some amber/orange color, this wine has a herbaceous, oaky fragrance, soft, loosely knit flavors, and a smooth finish. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 1/91.

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Critic scores
81
81/100

Average Score

81
81/100

Robert Parker

81
81/100

Robert Parker

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81 points
Robert Parker
Score 81/100 · Robert Parker

For whatever reason, the now-mature 1978, while fruity, quite charming, and soft, never quite had the depth and dimension of the 1979. Now taking on some amber/orange color, this wine has a herbaceous, oaky fragrance, soft, loosely knit flavors, and a smooth finish. Anticipated maturity: Now. Last tasted, 1/91. Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

Château Haut-Bailly - producer
Haut Bailly

Quality at this château, now one of Pessac-Léognan’s leading wine estates, has risen exponentially under the reign of Véronique Sanders, with the property known for crafting wines of elegance and poise.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

12%

Classification

Grand Cru Classé de Graves

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