Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion : Elements VI

Six vintages of an iconic Pessac-Léognan terroir gathered in a rare and elegant box

The estate

The Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion, a large property in Pessac-Léognan is located on the left bank of Bordeaux. Founded in the 16th century, this vineyard now delivers an expression of its terroir that is the work of a visionary owner and craftsmen with the air of goldsmiths. Acquired in 2010 by the Pichet real estate group, Chateau Les Carmes-Haut-Brion is today one of the most distinguished crus of the Pessac-Léognan appellation.

The vineyard

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion is a Pessac-Leognan wine from a 30.75 hectare vineyard, of which 7.60 hectares are dedicated to the Grand Vin. The nearly 40-year-old vines are planted on Mindel gravel on a clay-limestone base.

A collector's box

Harmoniously combining design and elegance, the Carmes Haut-Brion Elements VI box brings together 6 vintages in bottle format: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

The result of four years of reflection, this box produced in limited edition by craftsmen is inspired by the shape of the cellar imagined by Philippe Starck. Each copy is accompanied by information on the manufacture of this box but also presentation sheets of the different vintages.

Vinification and aging

2013 : Vinification with 24% whole bunches
2014 : Vinification with 40% whole bunches
2015 : Vinification with 48% whole bunches
2016 : Vinification with 55% whole bunches
2017 : Vinification with 42% whole bunches
2018 : a year marked by the introduction to the cellars of large 18hl casks, allowing a new approach to refining. Vinification with 55% whole bunches.

Blend

2013 : Cabernet Franc (59%), Merlot (22%), Cabernet Sauvignon (19%)
2014 : Cabernet Franc (54%), Merlot (32%), Cabernet Sauvignon (14%)
2015 : Cabernet Franc (44%), Merlot (32%), Cabernet Sauvignon (24%)
2016 : Cabernet Franc (41%), Merlot (39%), Cabernet Sauvignon (20%)
2017 : Cabernet Franc (41%), Merlot (30%), Cabernet Sauvignon (29%)
2018 : Cabernet Franc (37%), Cabernet Sauvignon (34%), Merlot (29%)

Characteristics and tasting advice for Elements VI from Carmes Haut-Brion

Tasting

This box brings together six singular expressions of a great Pessac-Léognan terroir. If the 2013 vintage harmoniously mixes exotic notes with smoky fragrances, 2014 seduces with its generosity and rare roundness. The precision and aromatic richness of 2015 precedes a 2016 vintage that is mineral, precise and exudes delicious aromas of violet.

The 2017 vintage seduces with its balance, its juicy expression and its suave salinity. Lively and appetizing, the 2018 vintage combines a fruity structure (cherry), concentration and freshness.

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2013 x 1 bottle
Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2014 x 1 bottle
Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2015 x 1 bottle
Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2016 x 1 bottle
Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2017 x 1 bottle
Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion 2018 x 1 bottle