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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL

The second wine of Château Haut-Bages Libéral
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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL

Created in 1988 by the mother of Claire Villars-Lurton, who was at that time in charge of the vineyard, La Chapelle de Haut-Bages Libéral reflects another aspect of the exceptional terroir on which the vines grow.

The vines that give birth to La Chapelle are younger and exalt the minerality known from Haut-Bages Libéral as well as the crunchiness of its fruit, marked by black cherries.

Like the Grand Vin, La Chapelle is composed mostly of Cabernet Sauvignon. Its very smooth tannins make it an accessible wine to be soon enjoyed, combining fruitiness with great elegance.

LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL

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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL 2020

THE SECOND WINE OF CHÂTEAU HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL

THE BLEND

60% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 40% Merlot

THE VINIFICATION

Plot and tailor-made vinification (adapted in terms of material, duration and temperatures).Maceration with the addition of neutral gas to stimulate gentle movements. A pumping over of one volume / day. 24 days of maceration.

Vertical pressing for special care to the presses

THE AGEING

12 months of aging, including:

20% in new oak barrels

40% in barrels of one wine

40% in ovoid concrete tanks and amphorae

TASTING NOTES

Purple color and violet reflects. Fresh fruits on the nose. On the palate, La Chapelle 2020 is very fruity too, with melted tannins and a good tannin / acidity balance. Nice length and supple finish

CRITICAL REVIEWS

Decanter, Georgina Hindle, 92/100

Vinous, Antonio Galloni, 90-92/100

Falstaff, Peter Moser, 91/100.

CERTIFICATIONS

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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL 2019

THE SECOND WINE OF CHÂTEAU HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL

THE BLEND

50% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 50% Merlot

LA VINIFICATION

Plot and tailor-made vinification (adapted in terms of material, duration and temperatures). Maceration with the addition of neutral gas to stimulate gentle movements. A pumping over of one volume / day. 24 days of maceration.

Vertical pressing for special care to the presses.

THE AGEING

12 months ageing including:

20% in new oak barrels

40% in barrels of one wine

40% in amphoras and ovoid tanks

TASTING COMMENTS

A bright vintage. Notes of red fruits, mint, sweet and floral spices. Finely balanced and crispy.

CRITICAL REVIEW

Vinous, Antonio Galloni, 90/100

Vinous, Neal Martin, 89/100

Inside Bordeaux, Jane Anson, 89/100.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Lurton
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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL 2017

The second wine of Château Haut-Bages Libéral

THE BLEND

55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet-Sauvignon

THE VINIFICATION

Plot and tailor-made vinification (adapted in terms of material, duration and temperatures). Maceration with the addition of neutral gas to stimulate gentle movements. A pumping over of one volume / day. 24 days of maceration.

Vertical pressing for special care to the presses.

THE AGEING

12 months ageing including:

60% in new oak barrels

40% in amphoras and ovoid tanks

CRITICAL REVIEW

James Suckling, 91/100

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Lurton In conversion
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LA CHAPELLE DE HAUT-BAGES LIBÉRAL 2016

The second wine of Château Haut-Bages Libéral

55% Merlot, 45% Cabernet-Sauvignon

THE VINIFICATION

Plot and tailor-made vinification (adapted in terms of material, duration and temperatures). Maceration with the addition of neutral gas to stimulate gentle movements. A pumping over of one volume / day. 24 days of maceration.

Vertical pressing for special care to the presses.

THE AGEING

12 months ageing including:

60% in new oak barrels and barrels of 1 or 2 wines

40% in amphoras and ovoid tanks

The nose is at the same time intense, precise and complex with notes of tobacco, cigar box, cedar and black currant. In the mouth the tannins are fine and ripe. Beautiful expression of black fruits. The finish is long and round.

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Lurton In conversion

"The wine has density, well-integrated tannins, and an expression supported by structure. A wine of character that combines density and finesse. A beautiful success."

Yves Beck

"Succulent dark cherry, plum, mocha, licorice, spice and new leather all meld together in this delicate, understated Pauillac."

Antonio Galloni

THE TEAM

Proud to renew the practices of cultivation and vinification on the prestigious terroirs of Pauillac, the team of Château Haut-Bages Libéral is very involved in the rise of this Grand Cru.

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JEROME PENCHENAT

Tractor driver and Wine grower
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LUDOVIC LOZANO

Tractor driver and Wine grower
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CLAIRE VILLARS-LURTON

Owner
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THOMAS BONTEMPS

Technical Director
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BRUNO FERRAGU

Cellar Master
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JEAN-LUC MOUILLAC

Vineyard Manager
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LUDOVIC LHÉRITIER

Cellar staff
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DAVID ROLO

Tractor Driver and Wine grower
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A MEAT AT THE CHÂTEAU

Claire Villars-Lurton welcomes you to the Château and its dining room. In this place steeped in history, we invite you to share our love of gastronomy through creative, gourmet, fresh, local and refined cuisine. Like the rhythm of the vine, each dish is a journey towards pleasure, for a memorable experience in the company of our passionate team! Please contact us for your tailor-made events: Lunches, Dinners, Tastings.

FROM 120€

"The visit is a delight! The tasting is just the continuation of the welcome and the visit. We ask for more and we recommend it!"

"A quality and warm welcome, a very complete visit, more than competent guides! A real castle that cultivates French know-how par excellence as well as respect for our ecosystem."

"If you like to be treated as a distinguished visitor, visit Château Haut-Bages Libéral. A passionate guide, an excellent value for money for the wines offered and a real moment of sharing where you can indulge yourself!"

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