Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2023
Pessac-Léognan Grand Cru Classé
Bordeaux, France
Regular price£1,110.00
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Arriving: Spring 2026
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| Style: Red | Packaging: OWC |
| ABV: % | Closure: Cork |
| Organic: | Drink from: 2030 |
| Biodynamic: | Drink to: 2050 |
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Critic scores
98 RP, 94 NM, 98 AG, 97 JS, 96 JA
Critic reviews
"Surpassing the expectations formed at the en primeur stage, the 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion unfurls in the glass with aromas of cassis, dark berries, spices, licorice, burning embers and pencil shavings. Medium- to full-bodied, ample and velvety, it is suave and seamless, built around a perfectly controlled, dense core of fruit framed by powdery, structuring tannins and lively acidity, extending into a long, seemingly endless and ethereal finish. The blend comprises 52.7% Merlot, 29.6% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17.7% Cabernet Franc."
Yohan Castaing, April 2026, RobertParker.com
"The 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion, which according to Jean-Philippe Delmas contains the highest contribution of Cabernet Franc ever (17%), has closed up a little since bottling, yet it gradually unfolds with mainly black fruit, black olive, touches of gravel and tobacco in the background. Quite complex, yet discrete. The palate is framed by edgy but finely chiselled tannins. Lovely balance and focus, quite strict and linear with just the right amount of grip on the finish. Sophisticated and persistent, this is a superb La Mission Haut-Brion."
Neal Martin, February 2026, Vinous.com
"Aromatically explosive and nuanced, the 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion is magnificent. It's silky, nuanced and exceptionally polished. I underestimated it from barrel. The blend includes 17% Cabernet Franc, among the highest ever here, and that comes through in the wine's explosiveness. The 2023 has come along beautifully over the last few years. What a fabulous surprise."
Antonio Galloni, March 2026, Vinous.com
"Aromas of graphite. black currants, black cherries, blueberries, gravel and stones. Medium-bodied with muscular yet polished tannins that show tension. So classic, with a super-long, seamless finish. Salty and spicy at the end. 52.7% merlot, 29.6% cabernet sauvignon and 17.7% cabernet franc. Best after 2029."
James Suckling, January 2026, JamesSuckling.com
"Fragrant, kicks off with clear grip and energy, plump fruits underneath, edges of campfire smoke and grilled caramel, ripe ruby fruit, with the signature florality, charm and luscious edge of La Mission. Harvest through to October 5. 69% new oak for ageing, Jean-Philippe Delmas director, Jean-Philippe Masclef technical director, no outside consultant."
Jane Anson, March 2026, JaneAnson.com
Yohan Castaing, April 2026, RobertParker.com
"The 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion, which according to Jean-Philippe Delmas contains the highest contribution of Cabernet Franc ever (17%), has closed up a little since bottling, yet it gradually unfolds with mainly black fruit, black olive, touches of gravel and tobacco in the background. Quite complex, yet discrete. The palate is framed by edgy but finely chiselled tannins. Lovely balance and focus, quite strict and linear with just the right amount of grip on the finish. Sophisticated and persistent, this is a superb La Mission Haut-Brion."
Neal Martin, February 2026, Vinous.com
"Aromatically explosive and nuanced, the 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion is magnificent. It's silky, nuanced and exceptionally polished. I underestimated it from barrel. The blend includes 17% Cabernet Franc, among the highest ever here, and that comes through in the wine's explosiveness. The 2023 has come along beautifully over the last few years. What a fabulous surprise."
Antonio Galloni, March 2026, Vinous.com
"Aromas of graphite. black currants, black cherries, blueberries, gravel and stones. Medium-bodied with muscular yet polished tannins that show tension. So classic, with a super-long, seamless finish. Salty and spicy at the end. 52.7% merlot, 29.6% cabernet sauvignon and 17.7% cabernet franc. Best after 2029."
James Suckling, January 2026, JamesSuckling.com
"Fragrant, kicks off with clear grip and energy, plump fruits underneath, edges of campfire smoke and grilled caramel, ripe ruby fruit, with the signature florality, charm and luscious edge of La Mission. Harvest through to October 5. 69% new oak for ageing, Jean-Philippe Delmas director, Jean-Philippe Masclef technical director, no outside consultant."
Jane Anson, March 2026, JaneAnson.com