Chateau Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015

Château Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015 is a Bordeaux red wine from one of the oldest estates in the commune of Léognan. This vintage, acclaimed for its balance, is offered in a 75cl bottle as part of the Œnothèque selection, reserved for rare bottles.

Who produces Chateau Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015?

Château Haut-Bailly is one of the oldest crus in Léognan, with a documented winemaking history dating back to the 16th century. Classified as a Cru Classé of Graves in 1953, the estate has been owned by the Wilmers family since 1998, who have continued the investments made by previous owners to preserve the quality of the vineyard, particularly rare old-vine plots within the appellation.

On what terroir is Chateau Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015 produced?

The terroir of Pessac-Léognan is characterized by Garonnais gravels resting on an argilo-calcaire subsoil, offering excellent natural drainage. This appellation, created in 1987, allows the blending of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot for its red wines, which are produced in an oceanic climate tempered by the presence of the Landes forest and the Garonne.

At what temperature should Chateau Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015 be served?

Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé red wines are traditionally served between 16 and 18°C. Their tannic structure and acidity balance give them an aging potential generally considered to be between ten and twenty years after harvest, depending on storage conditions.

What dishes pair with Chateau Haut-Bailly Pessac-Léognan Cru Classé 2015?

Red wines from this appellation classically pair with roasted or grilled red meats, game birds or game, and aged hard cheeses, whose structure complements that of the wine.