How long to decant 1989 Haut Brion?

2-4 hours
Haut Brion needs at least 12-20 years of aging, or longer, in good vintages until it is ready to be enjoyed. Young vintages can be decanted for 2-4 hours or more.

Is Chateau Haut Brion first growth?

First planted in 1553, Haut-Brion is the oldest first growth, yet it is one of Bordeaux’s anomalies: it was the only property beyond the boundaries of the Haut-Médoc to make the grade in the 1855 classification.

Is La Mission Haut Brion first growth?

Today many people consider Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion as a “sixth 1855 First Growth”. From the 2006 vintage, the vineyard of Chateau La Tour Haut-Brion, Classified Graves Growth, was incorporated into Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion.

Where is Chateau Haut Brion located?

Pessac-Léognan
Château Haut-Brion is the oldest of Bordeaux’s five first growths, and one of the most famous wines in the world. Located in Pessac-Léognan, south of the city of Bordeaux, the château is rather far removed from its counterparts, all of which are found in the Médoc.

Should you decant Caymus?

Caymus wines are best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. Young vintages of their red wine can be decanted for 1-3 hours, depending on the character of the vintage. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume.

Do you decant old Burgundy?

Old white wines, particularly dry and sweet Bordeaux, Burgundy and Rhône, should all be decanted: the golden tint of colour looks superb on the dinner table, and possible faint off-flavours will dissipate.

Is Haut Brion in Graves?

Château Haut-Brion (French: [ʃɑto obʁijɔ̃]) is a French wine, rated a Premier Grand Cru Classé (First Great Growth), produced in Pessac just outside the city of Bordeaux. It differs from the other wines on the list in its geographic location in the north of the wine-growing region of Graves.

Who owns Ch Haut Brion?

Domaine Clarence Dillon
The owner of Château Haut-Brion, Domaine Clarence Dillon, has become the 12th member of the Primum Familiae Vini, a group of family-owned producers that also includes wines from Mouton Rothschild, Beaucastel, Sassicaia and Pol Roger.

What is the difference between Haut Brion and La Mission Haut Brion?

Vines are 36 years old on average, and Haut Brion spends 22 months in new oak. Haut Brion is a slightly heavier wine to “dance” with than La Mission Haut Brion. It’s more robust and more potent with enormous depth, richness and length.

Who owns La Mission Haut Brion?

The vineyards Clarence Dillon, owner of Château Haut Brion, bought this famous vineyard in 1983. Although they are neighbors, these two wines have totally different styles. Château La Mission Haut-Brion White is an insider’s wine as its production is extremely limited.

Can you visit Haut Brion?

Yes, Chateau Haut-Brion accepts visitors. You can also visit its sister wineries: Château La Mission Haut–Brion in Pessac and Château Quintus in Saint-Emilion. At Chateau Haut-Brion you get to see the castle, the winery, the barrel cooperage, cellars, and taste wines in the most impressive tasting room in Bordeaux.