1991 Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion 1x75cl

Vinous – 87

Over the years, I have encountered the 1991 La Mission Haut-Brion three or four times, and it is definitely one of the better examples of a written-off vintage. Its bucolic, tertiary scents do their best, and the palate, while light-years away from the previous two vintages in terms of complexity, offers attractive black fruit and traces of stewed black tea. The finish is showing some dryness, but it’s just about hanging in there. Drink soon, folks. [Neal Martin, 16/09/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2021-2026

JancisRobinson.com – 17.5

Brought by Sebastian Payne MW of The Wine Society. Subtle, fresh with a light suggestion of warm bricks on the nose. Relatively light bodied but beautifully balanced. A ballet dancer of a wine. A very successful and elegant 1991. [18/01/2012]

Anticipated maturity: 2000-2015