Varietals:

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc

Critical Acclaim:

95 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

 A superb success for the vintage, the 2006 exhibits a deep ruby/purple hue as well as a poised, classic bouquet of sweet black cherries, graphite, camphor, truffles, and a subtle hint of oak. Medium-bodied with a stunningly layered texture, impressive purity, and beautiful balance, this cuvee is haute couture in a glass. Although surprisingly approachable, it won’t hit its adolescent stage for 8-10 years, and will last for 25-30 years thereafter. Bravo! (RP)  (2/2009)

94 points Decanter

 This 2006 proves again that Haut-Bailly makes wines that are built to last. You are firmly in the Left Bank register here, with silky texture and a sense of restraint to the closely knit black fruits, plus smoke and graphite undertones. Everything is precise, considered and balanced with subtle extraction. Drink now with carafing. (JA)  (6/2016)

92 points Wine Enthusiast

 You need to think ahead here, because this wine is currently totally dominated by wood. The richness and classic, balanced structure that is normal with Haut-Bailly seems to have been put aside in favor of a highly polished, toast-laden style. Search for the fruit and there is blackberry,spice and fruit tannin. But it’s hard. Wait 10 years at least.  (3/2009)