Chateau LA MISSION HAUT-BRION Pessac-Leognan 2004 France - Burgundy This east-facing parcel of old

This east-facing parcel of old vines has delivered fascinating results

Jean-Michel Stephan created his Domaine in 1991

Tasting notes: The nose is open on notes of dried fruits

offering notes of graphite and bitter black tea

Chateau LA MISSION HAUT-BRION Pessac-Leognan 2004 France - Burgundy This east-facing parcel of oldWine Region: Bordeaux France Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot Tasting notes: A somewhat under the radar La Mission, the 2006 was generally overlooked following the brilliance of the 2005. A young, dense purple hued wine that is developing beautifully, it exhibits notes of Asian plum sauce, charcoal, barbecue smoke, roasted meats, graphite and background oak. Full bodied with good acidity, moderate tannin and a vigorous,