Château Haut-Bages Libéral, Pauillac 5ème cru classé 2021 2eme-cru-classe lots of oak barrel character

lots of oak barrel character with subtle hints of aged whiskey and a white pepper finish with some characteristic wild fermented notes

92/100 Decanter ‘A velvety

and there is a natural energy about this supple

Like all Krug champagnes

If you like the Pavias 'Blina'—which is unoaked—you should give this a try too

Château Haut-Bages Libéral, Pauillac 5ème cru classé 2021 2eme-cru-classe lots of oak barrel characterThe vineyards of Chteau Haut Bages Libral, a biodynamically certified estate next to Chteau Latour, are partly planted on limestone soil. With their illustrious neighbours, they are the only properties in Pauillac to benefit from this rare commodity. This is already open and delicious with cherry, cassis, blueberry and chocolate orange character. Some peach notes, too. Medium to full body with velvety, ripe and plush tannins. Caressing, yet it remains