C des Carmes Haut Brion

From Carmes Haut Brion, neighbour of Haut Brion and one of most innovative and in-demand estates, selling out every year on release. Le C des Carmes is the second label, a Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend made from a separate plot in Martillac between Haut Bailly and Smith Haut Lafitte. It receives the same loving attention to detail from super-talented winemaker Guillaume Pouthier and the team. 30% new oak, and the rest one year old barrels to highlight the fruit. 30% whole bunch fermentation. Ripe and elegant, a gorgeous introduction to Les Carmes Haut Brion, for earlier drinking.