1974 Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, Bottle (750ml) [Slightly Soiled Label]

Robert Parker writes, "It has aged remarkably well, and while it will not make anyone go bonkers over its quality, it is a very good wine. The color is a dark garnet with some amber at the edge. Interesting aromatics offer up an array of scents, including cedar, seaweed, pepper, roasted meats, smoked herbs, charcoal and some murky plum and currant fruit. In the mouth, some acidity remains, but the tannins have largely melted away, and the wine still possesses enough flesh and fruit to soften its skeleton. Its complex aromatics, medium-bodied flavors and surprising vigor demonstrate what a great terroir and impeccable winemaking can achieve in a disastrous vintage." Aug 2012

Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion Cru Classe, Pessac-Leognan