Château La Mission Haut-Brion – Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc 2017 – Pessac-Léognan Bordeaux France

Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc 2017 is a concentrated, Sémillon-led dry white Bordeaux, combining ripe white fruit, subtle spice, richness, and a remarkably long, fresh finish.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape(s): 76.2% Sémillon, 23.8% Sauvignon Blanc
• Region / Appellation: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
• Vintage: 2017
• Aging: Barrel-aged; 33% new barrels
• Alcohol: 14.5%
• Special Note: Harvested August 22–31; bottled May 22, 2018
• Style: Dry white Bordeaux; rich, broad, concentrated, and long

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Concentrated and expressive, with ripe white fruit, subtle spice, and aniseed. The palate opens rich and broad, showing the depth of Sémillon, then tightens into a smooth, sappy, fruit-driven finish. Despite the concentration, the wine preserves the freshness the estate emphasizes for the vintage, with impressive persistence.

❤️ Why We Love It

• The 76.2% Sémillon blend gives the wine breadth, depth, and texture
• Warm, dry conditions were moderated by cool nights, helping the estate preserve freshness and balance
• The château’s own tasting note highlights a rich palate and exceptionally long, tight-knit finish

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Lobster with beurre blanc
• Roast sea bass or turbot
• Roast chicken or veal with mushrooms and a cream sauce

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Collectors of top dry white Bordeaux
✓ Sémillon fans who enjoy power balanced by freshness
✓ Drinkers looking for a concentrated, age-worthy white with a long finish
✕ Not ideal if you prefer very lean, lightly textured white wines