Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Pessac Leognan Blanc 2020 750 ML

Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion is considered by Robert Parker to be one of the best wines from Pessac-Leognan in terms of quality and consistency. This dense, tannic, and concentrated wine expresses itself beautifully, but it demands time in the cellar in order to reach its fullest potential. It would be impossible to discuss this producer without touching briefly upon its neighbor across the street, the esteemed First Growth Chateau Haut-Brion. Though there used to be a bit of a rivalry between these two illustrious estates, the tension has cooled down throughout the ages, and both are recognized as incredible expressions of Pessac-Leognan terroir within their own right. For the oenophile who loves a wine with power, intensity, concentration, and structure – Chateau La Mission Haut-Brion is an excellent choice.\n \nChateau La Mission Haut-Brion has a long history that dates to the 16th Century. The property was purchased by Jean de Pontac in 1533. Jean de Pontac was a well-known figure in the wine industry, owning some of the best estates in Bordeaux. He would later go on to own Chateau Haut-Brion as well. In 1607 the property changed hands to Olive de Lestonnac, a young widow who would manage the property. Eventually, she gave the property to the Congregate of the Mission, and that is when the estate received its moniker, “La Mission Haut-Brion.” A chapel was built in the vineyards, and it was known as Notre Dame de La Mission. The estate remained in the hands of the Roman Church until it was possessed by the French Government during the French Revolution. It was subsequently sold at public auction to the Chiapelle family who ended up managing Cos d’Estournel.