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Tasting notes

Tasting notes
Score 86/100 · Drink 2002-2014, Robert Parker, Apr 2001

A touch of austerity recalls some of the less desirable characteristics of this vintage in the Medoc. The 1998 exhibits firmness along with good, sweet, berry fruit intermixed with mineral, cassis, and spice notes. Medium-bodied and elegant, this effort is best drunk earlier rather than later. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2014.

Critic scores

Critic scores
86
86/100

Average Score

86
86/100

Wine Spectator

86
86/100

Robert Parker

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86 points
Wine Spectator
Score 86/100 · Wine Spectator

Raisin and spice character, with hints of jam on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, with some fruit, but finishes a little short.¿'88/'98 Bordeaux blind retrospective (2008). Drink now. 9,165 cases made. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2009.

86 points
Robert Parker
Score 86/100 · Robert Parker

A touch of austerity recalls some of the less desirable characteristics of this vintage in the Medoc. The 1998 exhibits firmness along with good, sweet, berry fruit intermixed with mineral, cassis, and spice notes. Medium-bodied and elegant, this effort is best drunk earlier rather than later. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2014. Apr 2001, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

Ch. Haut-Batailley
Haut Batailley

The Cazes family – owners of Lynch-Bages and Ormes de Pez – purchased Haut-Batailley in 2017. They’ve embarked on a significant replanting programme, and exciting things are likely to come from this address with its new backing.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Cinquième Grand Cru Classé

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