{"product_id":"chateau-haut-brion-1957","title":"Château Haut-Brion 1957","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker Jr., Robert Parker, January 1998 - 90P:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn January, 1997, I had the exceptionally smoky, sweet, rich, impressively endowed 1957 Haut-Brion. The wine was fully mature, as evidenced by its dark garnet color with considerable rust. The wine was very aromatic, plump, and succulently textured, with fleshy flavors, plenty of glycerin, and sweet fruit. It is another example of an unheralded vintage producing a top flight wine. Last tasted 1\/97\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut-Brion represents one of Bordeaux's most historic and prestigious estates, with several unique distinctions that set it apart from other First Growths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe estate's origins date back to the 14th century when Menuts Monks first planted vines to commemorate Monk Johan d'Artiguemale. Full-time wine production began in 1521, making it the oldest continuously operating winery in Bordeaux. The modern era began in 1935 when Clarence Dillon acquired the property, and today it is managed by the fourth generation of the Dillon family under Prince Robert of Luxembourg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard and Terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe estate comprises:\u003cbr\u003e- 48.35 hectares for red varieties\u003cbr\u003e- 2.87 hectares for white varieties\u003cbr\u003e- Distribution: 45.4% Merlot, 43.9% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9.7% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe unique terroir features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Günzian gravel soils with high clay content\u003cbr\u003e- Elevations up to 27 meters above Bordeaux norm\u003cbr\u003e- Natural amphitheater setting with excellent drainage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Château Haut-Brion (Grand Vin): 10,000-12,000 cases annually\u003cbr\u003e- Le Clarence de Haut-Brion (Second wine, formerly Bahans Haut-Brion)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Château Haut-Brion Blanc: 650-850 cases annually\u003cbr\u003e- La Clarté de Haut-Brion (Second white)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wines of Haut-Brion are unique in Bordeaux, featuring:\u003cbr\u003e- Complex aromatics of earth, tar, leather, smoke, truffle, and cassis\u003cbr\u003e- Refined, elegant, and sensuous style\u003cbr\u003e- Balance between Left and Right Bank characteristics\u003cbr\u003e- Own on-site cooperage producing 70% of their barrels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClassifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHaut-Brion holds a unique double distinction:\u003cbr\u003e- Premier Cru Classé (First Growth) in the 1855 Classification\u003cbr\u003e- Classified Growth in the 1953 Graves Classification\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Haut-Brion","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50505888661770,"sku":"HSS026","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0706\/9273\/3194\/files\/HAUT-BRION_7da1ffd5-9ccd-43e8-b38a-5e4e87d8bf09.png?v=1735326842","url":"https:\/\/carlwandel.shop\/products\/chateau-haut-brion-1957","provider":"Carl Wandel \u0026 Søn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}