Chateau Haut Batailley 2011

Region: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France Classification: 5ème Grand Cru Classé (1855) Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon & Merlot Vineyard: 22 hectares on Garonne gravel soils Color: Deep ruby/plum with a shiny red hue Nose: Seductive aromas of red and black currants, floral notes, and a touch of spice Palate: Medium-bodied and elegant with fresh cassis, redcurrant fruit, and cinnamon spice from oak aging Structure: Fresh acidity and fine, angular tannins give it a classic Pauillac profile Finish: Long, savory, and refined