{"product_id":"la-mission-haut-brion-blanc-pessac-leognan-2013","title":"La Mission Haut Brion Blanc Pessac-Léognan, 2013","description":"\u003cp\u003eLa Mission Haut-Brion Blanc 2013 is one of Bordeaux’s most sought-after dry white wines, prized for its rarity, precision, and remarkable depth. Made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, it reflects the pedigree of Pessac-Léognan and the long history of fine white wine production at this celebrated estate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine typically shows a luminous pale gold color with a subtle greenish tint in youth. On the nose, it is refined and layered, often offering citrus peel, white flowers, stone fruit, fresh herbs, and a delicate smoky-mineral character that speaks to its Graves origins.\n\nOn the palate, it is elegant and tightly structured, combining vibrant freshness with a rounded, textured mid-palate. Sauvignon Blanc brings lift and aromatic clarity, while Sémillon adds weight, breadth, and nuance. The finish is long and precise, with excellent aging potential; in a strong vintage like 2013, it can continue to evolve gracefully for many years, developing deeper honeyed and nutty notes over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Pessac-Léognan, one of Bordeaux’s most distinguished terroirs for white wine, the vineyards benefit from gravelly soils that drain well and help create concentration and finesse. The maritime climate of Bordeaux lends freshness and balance, while careful vineyard work ensures low yields and high fruit quality. Harvesting is typically done by hand at optimal ripeness, followed by meticulous vinification to preserve aromatic purity, texture, and freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine pairs beautifully with refined dishes such as turbot, lobster, scallops, roast poultry, and creamy fish sauces, as well as dishes featuring mushrooms or fresh herbs. Serve chilled, ideally around 10–12°C, to preserve its aromatic precision and structure. Decanting is generally not necessary for a young bottle, but brief aeration may help an older vintage open up more fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau La Mission Haut-Brion is one of Bordeaux’s legendary estates, long admired for producing wines of exceptional character and consistency. Its white wine, La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc, is among the region’s benchmark dry whites and has earned a reputation for combining power, elegance, and aging ability. The estate’s history and influence in Pessac-Léognan make it an icon of Bordeaux winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Mission Haut Brion Blanc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252271567185,"sku":"MS-63639","price":617.32,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/63639.png?v=1783443888","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/la-mission-haut-brion-blanc-pessac-leognan-2013","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}