La Parde de Haut Bailly 2016 (750ML)

91 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The medium garnet-purple colored 2016 La Parde de Haut-Bailly comes bursting out of the glass with cassis, redcurrant jelly, fragrant earth and dried Provence herbs scents plus a waft of lavender. Medium to full-bodied, firm, grainy textured and packed with fruit, it delivers a long and mineral-laced finish." 11/18

"90-93 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: ""The 2016 La Parde de Haut-Bailly is a gorgeous second wine. Plump, dark and juicy, it will be absolutely delicious right out of the gate. The significant presence of Merlot in the blend gives La Parde its midpalate voluptuousness and juiciness."" 4/17"

"92-93 Points, James Suckling: ""The mineral and tar character with hints of white pepper is at the forefront of the nose here. The palate's defined by a medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a fresh finish. More phenolic than the 2015."" 04/17"

94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, www.jebdunnuck.com: "As to the second wine of Château Haut Bailly, it too is fabulous stuff in 2016. A blend of 47% each of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, with the balance Cabernet Franc, the 2016 Le Prade de Haut Bailly offers notable purity as well as medium to full-bodied notes of blackcurrants, dried herbs, flowers, and spice. It's a layered, seamless wine from this estate that has no hard edges, beautiful balance, and a great finish. It's already delivering loads of pleasure but will keep for 15+ years." 2/19