Chateau Haut-Bages Monpelou Pauillac (Cru Bourgeois Superieur)

Château Haut-Bages Monpelou is a Cru Bourgeois Supérieur estate in Pauillac, crafted from a classic Bordeaux blend dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon (68%), with supporting Merlot (27%) and Cabernet Franc (5%). The 2016 vintage expresses ripe blackcurrant and plum on the nose, with emerging cedar and black pepper notes that reflect both oak aging and the wine's Pauillac terroir. Medium-full body and balanced tannin structure make this wine approachable in youth while retaining aging potential. Tobacco and earth undertones develop on the palate, offering complexity suitable for grilled red meats, lamb, and aged cheeses.