{"product_id":"1997-chateau-haut-brion-750ml","title":"1997 Chateau Haut-Brion 750ml","description":"\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Bordeaux's five First Growths and the only 1855 First Growth located outside the Médoc, Château Haut-Brion is among the most historic and prestigious estates in Bordeaux. The 1997 vintage comes from the château's Pessac-Léognan vineyards in the northern Graves and is built around Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1997 growing season began with hot, dry conditions that encouraged exceptionally early spring growth. Flowering was unusually early at the end of April, before cooler and wetter conditions in May delayed its completion by more than a month. A September drought ultimately supported a trouble-free harvest and helped compensate for uneven ripening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVineyard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut-Brion lies in Pessac, just a few miles southwest of central Bordeaux. The estate belongs to the Pessac-Léognan appellation in the northern Graves and is unique in holding both First Growth status under the 1855 Classification and Classified Growth status in Graves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter harvest, the grapes were placed in vats for fermentation under controlled temperatures. Around two weeks later, once colour, tannins and aromatic components had been extracted, the wine was run off the skins. The best wines were selected for Château Haut-Brion and matured in French oak barrels for approximately 18 to 20 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer Tasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChâteau Haut-Brion:\u003c\/strong\u003e “Handsome color with rather dazzling nuances tending towards orange. The power and complexity of the nose is surprising in this year where one finds whiffs of cedar and cigar alongside the other particulars of the vintage. A slight aroma of wood first envelops the fruit then goes on to finish with a hint of fresh grapes. An excellent approach, both soft and supple. A good harmony for this millésime. The expected tannin is present rendering the finish a bit shorter and slightly bitter. This wine can wait for several more years.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 Stars — Le Guide Hachette des Vins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n1997 Vintage, awarded 2001.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProducer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChâteau Haut-Brion is the oldest of Bordeaux's five First Growths. Its vineyards were established in the 16th century by the Pontac family, and the estate has been owned by the Dillon family since Clarence Dillon acquired it in 1935. Haut-Brion has a distinguished historical reputation, with documented associations including King Charles II, Thomas Jefferson and diarist Samuel Pepys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Haut-Brion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrape Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pessac-Léognan, Graves, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premier Grand Cru Classé, 1855 Classification\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWine Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–20 months in French oak barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jean-Bernard Delmas\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwnership:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaines Clarence Dillon\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000–2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Langtons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52504067146030,"sku":"3821793652","price":1599.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/6596\/6894\/files\/6_1997_Chateau_Haut_Brion_750ml.jpg?v=1787724849","url":"https:\/\/www.jcfinewines.au\/products\/1997-chateau-haut-brion-750ml","provider":"JC FINE WINES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}