2022 Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion Blanc Pessac-Leognan [JS95][D94][JD94][WA92][V92]

Producer: Chateau Larrivet Haut-Brion 
Region: Pessac-Leognan, Bordeaux, France  
Blend: 86% Sauvignon Blanc, 14% Semillon 
Year: 2022 

James Suckling, 95 Points 

"A crisp, crunchy white with guava, grapefruit, lemongrass and spice on the nose. Salty elements follow on a medium-bodied, textured palate that builds in flavor. Long, vibrant and wonderfully concentrated. Sauvignon and semillon. Drink or hold." 

Decanter, 94 Points 

"Citrus, herbal, elderflower, peas, lots of Sauvignon notes on the nose. Clean and crisp, bite and freshness here, sharp and lively. A wonderful combination of juicy and fleshy peach with bright lime and grapefruit pith offering sweetness, sharpness, bitterness and coolness. Well constructed with lots of enjoyable drinking promise. Doesn't shout so much right now, but there's grip, intensity and finesse. Elegant yet characterful. Harvest 22 - 31 August. Aged eight months. Derenoncourt consultants." 

Jeb Dunnuck, 94 Points 

"An exotic, upfront, expressive white, the 2022 Château Larrivet Haut-Brion Blanc has ample orange blossom, honeyed flowers, and spicy notes as well as a richer, broad, layered style on the palate. It brings beautiful depth and richness, medium to full body, and outstanding length. Based on 86% Sauvignon Blanc and 14% Semillon, it's a white geared for the dinner table." 

Wine Advocate, 92 Points 

"Fresh and perfumed, the 2022 Blanc from Larrivet Haut-Brion exhibits aromas of white fruits, flowers, spring blossoms and confit citrus. Medium to full-bodied, charming and enrobing, it has a lively, vibrant and juicy core of fruit, delicate acidity and a long, mouthwatering finish. This blend of 86% Sauvignon Blanc and 14% Sémillon is a real success." 

Vinous, 92 Points 

"The 2022 Larrivet Haut-Brion Blanc has a delightful, if simple, nose with pineapple and subtle tropical fruit scents.  The palate is well-balanced with fine acidity and a touch of almond and vanilla.  It gains cohesion with a pretty, apricot-tinged finish.  This is very fine." 

Alcohol: 13.5% 

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