Haut Brisson St Emilion Grand Cru 2021

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Haut Brisson
Label Name:
 
St Emilion Grand Cru
Vintage:
 
2021
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Saint-Émilion, Bordeaux
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
13.5%
Grape(s):
 
90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc
Acidity:
 
3
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
16-18°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 91-92 (2022); Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 90-92; Jeb Dunnuck 90; Vinous 90-92; WineCellarInsider 89-91

Tasting Note
Fresh, elegant Merlot-dominant Saint-Émilion: blackcurrant and plum with graphite, spice and floral hints; soft ripe tannins, chalky/mineral finish, medium-bodied with bright acidity and dark-fruit depth.

Food Pairing
Western: roasted lamb, braised beef short ribs, mushroom risotto, aged cheeses. Asian: Peking duck, char siu, Korean BBQ, braised beef noodle, miso-grilled eggplant.

Production Method
Hand-harvested; portion micro-vinified; malo in barrels; aged ~15 months in French oak (c.40% new), blended and bottled after élevage.

Vineyard Info
Estate (~18 ha) on clay-limestone, fine sands and gravels. Cuvée typically 90% Merlot/10% Cabernet Franc. Acquired by Stéphane Schinazi in 2019; managed by Vignoble K/Howard Kwok with modern winemaking practices.