
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€47,00/pcs.
Why shop with us?
Le C des Carmes Haut-Brion 2021 is a refined expression from one of Bordeaux’s most distinctive names, offering the pedigree of Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion in a more approachable style. Rooted in the historic vineyards of Pessac-Léognan, it reflects the elegance, texture, and quiet complexity that have made this estate so admired among Bordeaux lovers.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, expect a deep, polished ruby-purple hue. Aromatically, it leans into dark berries, plum, subtle graphite, and a touch of earthy, herbal spice, giving it a classic Bordeaux profile with a lifted, modern edge.
On the palate, the wine is supple and layered, with ripe black fruit, savoury depth, and finely integrated tannins that support a smooth, elegant finish. While already enjoyable in its youth, it should develop added nuance and complexity over the next several years, rewarding short to medium-term cellaring.
Production
Produced in Bordeaux’s Pessac-Léognan appellation, the wine comes from gravelly terroirs that help maintain freshness and structure while lending the wine its signature mineral detail. Harvesting is typically carried out with careful selection to preserve fruit purity, and vinification is aimed at highlighting balance, finesse, and the estate’s character rather than sheer weight.
Food & Serving
This wine pairs beautifully with roast lamb, duck breast, beef tenderloin, game birds, and mushroom-based dishes. Serve at 16–18°C; decanting for around 30–60 minutes is recommended if opening young to allow the aromatics and texture to fully open.
Producer
Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion is one of Bordeaux’s most respected historic estates, known for combining tradition with an increasingly expressive, terroir-driven style. Located in the heart of Pessac-Léognan, the estate has earned a strong reputation for wines of elegance, individuality, and precision, standing apart within the Left Bank for its distinctive character and quality.
| Type | Red wine |
| Producer | Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Grape | Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing | Beef, Lamb, Game, Mushroom dishes |
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