2006 La Mission Haut-Brion, Pessac-L̩ognan

Barrel tasting: **+ 59% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 1% Cabernet Franc. Tons of richness and tannin on the palate. Very sweet, with mineral undertones. Big wine with a tough edge. Should be superb after a long aging period. Ralph Sands: Loads of very strong fruit, very tightly concentrated, lots of tannin and acid. Patience required. Alex Brisoux: Ripe red fruit, spicy lush middle, sexy long finish. Excellent wine! One of the best of the vintage.