Winemaking As one of Bordeaux’s five Premier Cru Classé estates, Château Haut-Brion is revered for crafting some of the world’s most age-worthy reds. The 2010 vintage is a powerful and impeccably balanced blend, led by Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Aged in 100% new French oak for up to 22 months, it is a wine of monumental structure, purity, and poise.
Bouquet Stunningly aromatic with deep notes of blackcurrant, graphite, and dark cherry. Layers of cigar box, violet, cedar, crushed rock, and leather evolve in the glass with haunting complexity.
Palate Full-bodied, dense, and tightly structured, with a seamless core of ripe black fruit, firm tannins, and vibrant acidity. Flavours of cassis, espresso, mineral, and dark cocoa unfold slowly, leading to an endlessly long, dry finish with immense clarity and finesse.
Food Pairing An ideal match for roast beef, duck confit, truffle risotto, or dry-aged steak. A wine best enjoyed with refined, classic cuisine and contemplative company.
Cellaring A legend in the making. This vintage has the structure and freshness to cellar for 30–50 years. Decant well in advance if opening young to fully appreciate its scale and detail.
Interesting Fact Château Haut-Brion, dating back to 1525, was the first Bordeaux estate to gain international fame. The 2010 vintage is widely considered one of the greatest in its long history—capturing both the opulence and restraint that define true First Growth greatness.