Chateau Barde Haut Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2020 750ml

Chateau Barde Haut Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2020 750ml exemplifies the elegance and richness of Right Bank Bordeaux. Owned by Hélène Garcin-Lévêque and Patrice Lévêque, this estate has earned acclaim for producing sophisticated wines that combine power, depth, and finesse.

The 2020 vintage is a remarkable year in Bordeaux, offering excellent concentration and purity. Crafted mainly from Merlot (around 80%) with Cabernet Franc, Château Barde-Haut captures the limestone and clay terroir of Saint-Émilion beautifully, balancing ripe fruit with freshness and minerality.

On the nose, it presents aromas of black cherry, plum, blueberry, and violet, enhanced by notes of spice, mocha, and cedar. The palate is full-bodied yet graceful, showcasing layers of dark fruit, polished tannins, and a long, elegant finish with subtle hints of graphite and cocoa.

This is a superbly structured Grand Cru that pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, duck, or aged cheeses, and will reward cellaring for 10–20 years.

Tasting Notes:

Nose: Black cherry, plum, blueberry, violet, cedar, and spice.

Palate: Full-bodied, rich, and silky with ripe fruit and fine-grained tannins.

Finish: Long, elegant, and lingering with mocha and mineral tones.