Haut Brion - 2004 (750ml) Viner 39 and need most of a

and need most of a decade to shed some tannin and its rather grapy

revealing dried red and black fruits

the 1966 is a classic example of the vintage

and crushed rocks are followed by an elegant

and road tar

Haut Brion - 2004 (750ml) Viner 39 and need most of aIt has been a few years since I last tasted the 2004 Haut Brion. Now at 12 years of age, it retains its deep color. The bouquet is "pleasant" if not as complex as the 2004 Latour, yet it's possibly just biding its time as it gradually opens with black fruit, black olive, even a touch of mint that might dupe you into thinking Pauillac. The palate is medium bodied and very harmonious, almost caressing thanks to the Merlot lending that velvety texture.