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Château La Mission Haut-Brion — Legendary Super Second
Richness, finesse, and gravelly roots: an iconic estate of Pessac-Léognan, the natural sister of Haut-Brion, whose wines rival the First Growths in depth and longevity.
A Legendary Estate Parallel to Haut-Brion
Classified as a Cru Classé de Graves (1953), Château La Mission Haut-Brion is widely regarded as one of Bordeaux’s most illustrious “super seconds.” The estate belongs to Domaine Clarence Dillon and is managed by Jean-Philippe Delmas, alongside Pascal Baratié, Jean-Philippe Masclef, and Prince Robert of Luxembourg. The vineyard covers approximately 30 ha: ±26 ha planted to red grapes (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc) and ±4 ha to white grapes (Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc).
An Exceptional Terroir
The estate rests on the same terrace of deep gravel as Haut-Brion, over a clay-sandy limestone subsoil. This geology gives the wines remarkable aromatic precision, depth, and longevity. Nestled between Talence and Pessac, the vineyard benefits from a temperate microclimate that allows for slow, even ripening.
Heritage and Continuous Modernization
A pioneer with its glass-lined vats in 1926, La Mission has continuously refined its winemaking: a new vat room in 1987, cellar renovation in 1996, and ongoing technical innovation. A perfect balance between respect for the soil and cutting-edge oenology, all while preserving a timeless, classical style.
Winemaking & Ageing
- Red wines — Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vats (~180 hL). Blending takes place immediately after malolactic fermentation. Ageing for 18–22 months in 100% new oak, giving structure and complexity.
- White wines — Fermentation and ageing in new barrels for 13–16 months, with no malolactic fermentation to preserve tension, brilliance, and balance.
Style & Cuvées
Château La Mission Haut-Brion Rouge — Powerful, structured, and deeply aromatic (ripe cassis, truffle, tobacco, graphite). Dense texture, fine tannins, 30–50 years of ageing potential.
Château La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc — A unique alliance of richness and freshness (citrus, white flowers, flint) with remarkable tension. One of the finest dry white wines in Bordeaux.
La Chapelle de La Mission Haut-Brion — The second red wine, concentrated and precise, approachable in its youth.
La Clarté de Haut-Brion — The shared second white wine of both sister estates: elegant, fruity, and racy.
Technical Information
- Annual production: ~80,000 bottles
- Total surface: 30 ha
- Planting density: 10,000 vines/ha
- Second wines: La Chapelle de La Mission Haut-Brion (red), La Clarté de Haut-Brion (white)
- Grape varieties (red): 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc
- Top vintages: 2022, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2016, 2010, 2009, 2005, 2000, 1998, 1990, 1989, 1975, 1959, 1955, 1929
Signature and Style
La Mission Haut-Brion embodies gravelly nobility: natural richness perfectly channeled through precise tannins and profound aromatics. The red wine combines power and refinement with exceptional ageing potential. The white wine, rare and highly sought after, seduces with its brilliance and complexity. Two complementary expressions of a truly great terroir.
