Château La Mission Haut-Brion sits directly across the road from First Growth Château Haut-Brion in Pessac-Léognan, and its red is routinely called Bordeaux's unofficial "sixth First Growth." Its white is even rarer. Previously bottled as Château Laville Haut-Brion, it took on the La Mission name with the 2009 vintage under the Dillon family, who have owned both La Mission and Haut-Brion since 1983. Made in tiny quantities from the estate's deep gravel soils, it ranks among the most sought-after dry white wines in France.

The 2016 marks a turning point: for the first time, Sauvignon Blanc leads the blend, at 62.7% alongside 37.3% Sémillon. The grapes were picked between September 5 and 13, the wine was raised in 38% new French oak, and it was bottled in June 2017 at 14% alcohol. The château describes it as a very classic vintage, polished and extremely precise.

Expect white peach, citrus, and a faint touch of mint on the nose, followed by a juicy, powerful palate with toasted almond and a mouth-watering, almost saline finish. Jeb Dunnuck rated it 97 points, placing it among the top handful of whites in the vintage, and Vinous awarded 93 points. With the structure to evolve for decades, 2016 La Mission Haut-Brion Blanc is a rare chance to own the white side of one of Bordeaux's most storied estates.

Provenance Guarantee

This wine comes with an unimpeachable provenance:

• Purchased Ex Chateau En Primeur in 2017
• Released between June 2018 and March 2019
• Stored at Dartess in Bordeaux
• Transferred to London City Bond in February 2020
• Kept in original packaging, undisturbed case

Impeccable Provenance

These wines were acquired through an approved Bordeaux négociant as futures in 2017. Upon release from the châteaux between June 2018 and March 2019, they were stored at Dartess in Bordeaux before being transferred to London City Bond in February 2020. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of Bordeaux history. With limited quantities available, these wines represent the perfect gift for the discerning oenophile or a treasured addition to any cellar.

Authenticity Assured

Every bottle is delivered with a SommSelect Certificate of Authenticity, ensuring the wine's traceability and optimal storage conditions throughout its journey.This offering represents a true collector's dream - a chance to own a piece of Bordeaux history that promises to be both an exceptional investment and a testament to the pinnacle of winemaking craft.