Chateau Haut-Bages Monpelou Pauillac (Cru Bourgeois Superieur)

This château’s vines are superbly situated on the plateau of one of Pauillac’s best sectors. It rubs shoulders with vineyards belonging to classed growths Grand-Puy-Ducasse and Lynch-Moussas, and until 1948 formed part of the 4th Growth Ch Duhart-Milon. The 2016 has been assembled from 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc, and aged in 60% new barrels. Colour is medium-deep ruby, with fine, open aromas which leap from the glass. Palate has imposing, full-bodied structure, with concentrated fruitiness, freshness and length. A superb wine ready for immediate enjoyment.