Chateau Haut Brion Vintage 1978 Lebanon

Chateau Haut Brion Vintage 1978 LebanonA vintage with mixed weather saved by a dry September resulted in inconsistency with the wines, but not Haut Brion who made a lovely wine. Typical blend, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc. 75cl Bottle. Abv% Not Stated Label Condition: Stained and small part missing, but all essential information visible Wine Level: Into neck.

Petit Menseng

Possibly the best since 1961 and also coincided with the influence of Robert Parker on the wine buying public

In their old style bottle that was changed to the more traditional Bordeaux bottle for the 1979 vintage

Black fruit

Using his knowledge and skill to produce Rhone wine blends and verities from his home in the Barossa Valley

Tasting Note 23/05/2024 -96 Points

despite a difficult growing season

500ml Bottle

This Margaux property was bought by the owners of Chateau Calon Segur in 1961

grain can't quite match

Abv% not stated

vestiges of fruit