Provenance

Wine Cellar Private Client

Critics Ratings

'(a blend of 72% cabernet sauvignon and 28% merlot) Medium-dark ruby. Fruity, bright aromas of red cherry, red berries and flowers, complicated by cedar and graphite. Then light and lively in the mouth, with strawberry, raspberry and smoky dark cherry flavors complicated by hints of white pepper and gunflint. The finish features a lingering floral note and chewy tannins that will need some time to resolve but seem polished enough to guarantee a bright future. This is an excellent, classically styled Haut-Bages Liberal, just a step below the first growths: I loved its balance, refined texture and sneaky concentration, though it might fail to impress those looking for a large quantity of creamy, soft fruit.' - Ian D'Agata, Vinous, 92+/100 (May 2011)

'Deep garnet in color, the 2010 Haut Bages Liberal is a bit subdued to begin, unfurling to offer glimpses at mature stewed plums and warm figs scents with touches of mossy tree bark, unsmoked cigars and truffles. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers lovely freshness and well-managed, approachable tannins, finishing on a mineral note. 2020-2037' - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate, 91/100 (Mar 2020)

'Dark in profile and rather stolid, with a beam of currant, plum and fig allied to a prominent iron shaft that clamps down on the charcoal-textured finish. Showing rather austerely today, but has the length and cut to develop in the cellar. Best from 2015 through 2025.'

'Tasted blind. Deep garnet. Definite aroma of blood/iron, then herbaceous. Dry and rather lean on the palate - might become more elegant? Slightly tart on the finish. 2018-2028' - Julia Harding MW, JancisRobinson.com, 15.5/20 (Feb 2020)