Brand: Chateau Haut Batailley
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Vintage: 2016
Rating: 94
JS94: The blackcurrants and blueberries with violets on the nose are fascinating. Full-bodied and very tightly wound with gorgeous tannins and a linear and bright finish. Needs two to four years to come together. Try after 2023.
VM94: The 2016 Haut-Batailley was tasted from two bottles, the first showing a touch of TCA. The second has an airy anc well-defined bouquet of blackberry, graphite and subtle floral aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fine-boned tannins and very classic in style, displaying impressive grip. I appreciate the substance toward the finish, and the pencil lead lingering on the aftertaste. This is an outstanding Haut-Batailley.