Larrivet Haut Brion other_regions_italy mocha and candied licorice flavors

mocha and candied licorice flavors show superb depth and clarity while hints of floral pastilles and Moroccan spices add complexity

dry and impeccably well-balanced finale

Pale saignée colour

This is an exceptional wine

reine claude (greengage) and elderflower

Larrivet Haut Brion other_regions_italy mocha and candied licorice flavorsThe 2009 Larrivet Haut Brion feels a little pinched on the nose, quite backward with black cherry and light black olive scents, becoming more marine like with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with supple tannin, slightly grainy in texture with brown spices sprinkled over the structured finish that feels a little bitter and rustic. Not sure how this will age. Tasted blind at Farr Vintners 2009 Bordeaux tasting. Neal Martin