Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Les Hauts de Larrivet Haut-Brion 2021
Pessac-Léognan AOC, Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
Second wine of Château Larrivet Haut-Brion, this blend of 78% Sauvignon Blanc and 22% Sémillon showcases the elegance and freshness typical of white Bordeaux. It balances fruit intensity with minerality and spice, offering a refined but approachable profile.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright notes of lemon peel, orange zest, ripe melon, and honeyed lemon. Layers of lemon curd, pineapple, and white peach skins are interlaced with spice, vanilla, and mint, plus a touch of green apple for lift.

Mouthfeel
Medium-to-full-bodied with rich texture and lively acidity. The palate carries citrus and orchard fruits with a spicy edge, leading to a long, refreshing finish. Balanced and energetic, with power but no heaviness.

Winemaking Notes
Carefully selected fruit is vinified to highlight Sauvignon Blanc’s freshness and Sémillon’s structure. Aging in oak adds depth and subtle spice while preserving clarity of fruit.

Food Pairing
Ideal with grilled scallops, roasted chicken with herbs, lobster risotto, or creamy goat cheese. Its structure also allows it to handle lightly spiced Asian seafood dishes.

Verdict
A well-structured and aromatic Bordeaux Blanc that punches above its “second wine” status. Already drinking beautifully but with the potential to age gracefully for several years. Elegant, versatile, and a smart buy from Pessac-Léognan. — 19 days ago

Mark S.

9.0

Good @, Pieroth, 231117 — 2 years ago

Alex Lallos

Owner No Limit Fine Wines, Private Wine Consultant

9.3

This was exceptional. Rich, clean and full bodied. Absolutely screams pessac with aromas of blackberry liquor flowing over round stones. Such class, grace and elegance — 6 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion, 2019
Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France 🇫🇷

Overview
A classic Left Bank red blend composed of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, and 15% Cabernet Franc, from the highly regarded 2019 Bordeaux vintage. This vintage is widely celebrated for its depth, structure, and balance, ranking alongside 2018 and 2020 as exceptional years.

Aromas & Flavors
Nose: lifted aromas of blackcurrant, redcurrant, plum, and blackberry, laced with herbal notes, tobacco leaf, and subtle spice.
Palate: generous layers of dark fruits, cassis, herbs, and a touch of savory earthiness, supported by ripe, velvety tannins and a structured frame.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied, with polished tannins, fresh acidity, and a harmonious balance between richness and elegance. The finish is long, perfumed, and textured, leaving a graceful impression of fruit and spice.

Winemaking & Style
Château Larrivet Haut-Brion is known for its meticulous vineyard management and refined winemaking, which consistently produces expressive Pessac-Léognan wines that balance fruit concentration with terroir-driven minerality and finesse.

Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled lamb chops, duck breast, roasted game, or earthy mushroom risotto. Also excellent alongside firm cheeses like Comté or aged Gouda.

Verdict
A standout Pessac-Léognan from an exceptional vintage — complex, elegant, and age-worthy, yet already a pleasure to drink. A wine that bridges power and finesse beautifully.
— 2 months ago

Rob Scalia

9.8

Top notch — 4 years ago

Matteo Borré

9.5

Really a Grand Vin de Bordeaux. You know that a flower was named after this wine? The Rose Demoiselles de Larrivet Haut Brion. How cool is that? — 7 years ago

Nancy Schnur

9.1

Tamuras 16. Great but a lot of sentiment — 9 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.5

A savory red blend from Pessac-Léognan, 70% Merlot and 30% Cab Sauv and since it is aged more than 50% of the Merlot on terracota amphorae the tannins are as silky and gentle as it can get. Velvety and fresh mouthfeel. Already started to pick its prime time. Drinking now or within the next 3 years will just as great! — 10 months ago

Rob Scalia

9.8

Top notch. — 4 years ago

John Kanellopoulos

8.9

Superb wine, a little young, strong tannins, rich body, deep red, strong currant, berry and soil flavors — 8 years ago