Château Haut-Batailley 2021

The 2021 Haut-Batailley is a few steps up from the second wine. Dark and ample in feel, with broad shoulders, the Grand Vin possesses notable depth and intensity right out of the gate. Black cherry, plum, licorice, spice and leather race across the palate. Readers will find a Pauillac of power and depth that are typical of the southern part of the appellation. Drinking window: 2026-2041. Score – 93-95. (Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, May 2022)