Tasting Notes

90
Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 May 98
Citric, spicy aroma complicated by riesling-like petrol and nutskin nuances. Silky and sweet in the mouth; less rigorous and more immediately charming than the '96. Honey and resin notes. Quite persistent, and better today than a sample tasted last year just before bottling.
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Pessac-Léognan Fine Wine

Pessac-Leognan

Pessac-Léognan, an esteemed Bordeaux appellation in the Graves region, is renowned for both red and white wines. The reds are elegant and complex, with earthy notes, blackcurrant, plum, tobacco, and graphite, supported by refined tannins and excellent ageing potential. The whites, primarily from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, are fresh, aromatic, and balanced, with citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes, plus a creamy texture from barrel ageing. Top producers include Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Smith Haut Lafitte, and Château Pape Clément.