Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2016

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2016 blends Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon from Pessac-Leognan. Fermented partly with whole bunches and matured for 24 months across new and used barrels, tuns, concrete, and amphorae, it combines aromatic power, rich color, structured tannins, acidity, and a smooth texture.

Food Pairing: Pairs best with roasted lamb rack, grilled ribeye, braised beef cheeks, or duck breast.

95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2016 Les Carmes Haut-Brion combines Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, it offers kirsch, black raspberry and black plum character with cassis, violets, chocolate and pencil-shaving nuances. Medium-bodied and lively, it has firm, grainy tannins, layered fruit and a long, poised finish.

96 Points - Wine Spectator

Rich plum, blackberry and acai fruit character is complemented by ganache, tobacco and singed mesquite. The wine shows a distinctive texture, considerable range and impressive length, with a lingering bramble character and concentrated fruit carrying through the finish.

98 Points - James Suckling

The 2016 shows herbal, incense and fruit aromas with a vibrant, energetic character. It is delicate yet incisive and expressive, delivering freshness, precision and a distinctive sense of place.