Haut Batailley - Pauillac 2021

Vinous

94

byAntonio Gallonithe4/2/2024

The 2021 Haut-Batailley shows an estate in evolution. Aromatic and medium in body, the 2021 is not quite as bombastic as some previous editions, which is a positive. Savory, earthy and expressive, the 2021 also feels a bit closed at this stage. This is a

Jeb DUNNUCK

92

byJeb Dunnuckthe3/4/2024

Much more Cabernet Sauvignon-based, the 2021 Château Haut-Batailley is straight and focused, with textbook Pauillac graphite, lead pencil, and tobacco notes as well as beautiful fruit, medium body, ripe yet certainly present tannins, and a great finish. It shows the elegant, seamless style of the vintage and brings enough concentration and structure to benefit from 3-5 years of bottle age and shine over the following 15+.

Vinous

94

byAntonio Gallonithe2/28/2024

The 2021 Haut-Batailley shows an estate in evolution. Aromatic and medium in body, the 2021 is not quite as bombastic as some previous editions, which is a positive. Savory, earthy and expressive, the 2021 also feels a bit closed at this stage. This is a super-classy and refined Pauillac.

Wine Advocate

91

byWilliam Kelleythe2/22/2024

Offering up aromas of cassis, minty blackberries, lilac and pencil shavings, the 2021 Haut-Batailley is medium to full-bodied, supple and polished, with a succulent core of fruit and delicately chalky tannins. For many years, significant parts of this property were left unplanted, but as of 2022, all 41 hectares are now under vine; so, there'll be more of this Pauillac—with its new, more modern style—to go around.

Jamessuckling.com

93

byJames Sucklingthe2/22/2024

Juicy and fruity with currants and fresh tobacco aromas and flavors. Some lead pencil. Medium body. Fine tannins and a creamy texture. Lovely finish. Better after 2025.

Wine Spectator

90

byJames Molesworththe2/22/2024

Shows damson plum and black cherry fruit laced with a mouthwatering sanguine thread, while touches of fresh humus, dark tobacco and cast iron peek in on the finish. A touch trim, but has good energy and typicity. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2026 through 2035.  –JM

Wine Enthusiast

94

byRoger Vossthe1/7/2024

The wine's freshness is impressive both in the aroma and flavors. It is rich while also refined and structured. Tannins and blackberry abound in equal quantities. Drink from 2028. 

Jamessuckling.com

93-94

byJames Sucklingthe6/8/2022

A firm and refined red with crushed-stone and salty, mineral character, as well as creamy tannins. Some iodine, too. Medium body. Medium finish. 70% cabernet sauvignon and 30% merlot.

Jeb DUNNUCK

92-94

byJeb Dunnuckthe6/2/2022

The 2021 Château Haut-Batailley shines, and this estate, under the helm of the team from Lynch-Bages, is one to watch. Classic Cabernet notes of cassis, violets, and graphite give way to a medium to full-bodied effort offering ripe, polished tannins, the freshness and purity of the vintage, terrific balance, and a great finish. It's more than a little impressive, and while it shows the vintage's more elegant, mid-weight style, it brings depth and richness.

Alexandre Ma

90-92

byAlexandre Mathe5/16/2022

Haut-Batailley 2021 fully exemplifies the spiciness of a traditional Pauillac. Thanks to the 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, the rich aromas of licorice, pepper, and Sichuan pepper, accompanied by a hint of Chinese Thirteen-Spices are already prominent without swirling the glass. Much different from the powerful tannins presented in the previous vintages, the 2021 is of a softer and juicier profile, making it a traditional Pauillac that is relatively easier to interpret. Haut-Batailley 2021??????????????????,??????????????????????????????????(70%???)????????????????,2021???????????,????????????????????

The Wine Cellar Insider

91-93

byJeff Levethe5/16/2022

Deep ruby in color, the wine shows its cedar, tobacco leaf, mocha, and black currants easily. Fresh and spicy, medium-bodied and energetic, give this just a year or two and it is going to be fun to drink. The wine was made from blending 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot, 13% ABV. Drink from 2024-2045. 91-93

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

91

byJane Ansonthe5/13/2022

Vinous

90-92

byNeal Martinthe5/12/2022

The 2021 Haut-Batailley is matured in 70% new oak for a planned 16 months. There is a large gap between this and the Verso, this Grand Vin displaying far more delineation and complexity, furnished with quite disarming estuarine-tinged black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a little chewiness on the entry, certainly one of the more saline Pauillac wines that I have encountered, and a structured, classically styled finish. For Bordeaux lovers looking for old-school claret. (13.12% alcohol)

Vinous

93-95

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2022

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.

Anthocyanes

92-94

byYohan Castaingthe5/6/2022

Assemblages réalisés. Avec un bouquet légèrement terrien (graphite, réglisse et épices), Ch. Batailley offre un bouquet délicat et complexe avec une élégance remarquable. Bouche fraiche, légèrement variétale et élégante ainsi que des tanins structurants et sur l'allonge. Belle gestion de l'acidité.

Wine Advocate

90-93

byWilliam Kelleythe4/29/2022

The 2021 Haut-Batailley is a charming, medium to full-bodied, fleshy wine evocative of cassis, sweet berries, pipe tobacco and pencil shavings. Supple and succulent, with an ample core of fruit and ripe, powdery tannins, it will likely take on additional depth with further élevage. Significant replanting of fallow parcels is underway at this Pauillac estate, but those vines are currently relegated to the second wine, the Verso of Haut-Batailley.

Decanter.com

93

byGeorgina Hindlethe4/1/2022

Open and violet-scented bramble fruits, some smoked cherries and milk chocolate. Smooth and supple, this has generosity of fruit, acidity and velvety tannins. Round and just so delicious, really very moreish, all in balance with the texture that is both fine as well as plump, giving this total mouth-coating feel with a delicacy but also depth of flavour. Extremely approachable even at this stage with so much life and energy but well controlled too. I love this! The creamy, chalky edges are so appealing, it's by no means a showstopper but for balance, harmony and a lovely fresh and soft and gentle Claret it's delicious. That mint, liquorice ending is great too. Has persistence and length. Eric Boissenot consultant. 3.74pH.