La Mission Haut-Brion 2023

The 2023 La Mission Haut-Brion shows lovely restraint and elegance. Red and black fruit flows with bright acidity and supple tannins that feel polished rather than imposing. There's a creamy, plush quality that builds toward the finish, showing generous fruit without excess weight. This feels more approachable than recent vintages, likely drinking well in its youth while offering medium-term aging potential through the early 2030s.