2007 Haut-Bailly, Pessac-Léognan
SKU #1054526
93 points
Decanter
Perfect for drinking now but sure to last for another decade or more. The aromatics of this are just gorgeous, unfurling in the glass to show russet and undergrowth, liquorice, soft black chocolate and savoury but welcoming berry fruit. This 2007 vintage saw a cool summer but a warm September and October, meaning careful work in the vineyard and patience was necessary. Underestimated on release. The wines might not have the structure for long ageing as with 2010 or 2000, but they are blossoming right now, and offer great pleasure; classic balance. (JA)
(7/2020)
92 points
Wine Advocate
Tasted at BI Wine & Spirits' 10-Year-On tasting, the 2007 Haut Bailly has a beautiful, quintessential Pessac bouquet with touches of warm gravel filtering through the black fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with impressive, tightly knit black fruit laced with cedar and white pepper. There is superb weight in this 2007 considering the vintage, doling out fine mineralité on the persistent finish. Very fine, but I would actually wait another couple of years before broaching. (NM)
(6/2017)
91 points
Wine Enthusiast
A dense wine, very much in the line of powerful wines from Haut-Bailly. Flavors of bitter chocolate, sweet berry fruits and richness are dominant, the acidity a fine balancing act to give a burst of freshness. (RV)
(4/2010)
91 points
Wine Spectator
Shows complex aromas of dark fruits, with bitter chocolate and floral notes. Full-bodied, with pretty, silky tannins. Very well-integrated and long. Builds on the palate. (JS)
(3/2010)
90 points
Vinous
The 2007 Haut-Bailly has a tertiary, earthy nose and touches of cigar box filtering through the light black fruit. Nevertheless, it has a tough time following the last three vintages. The palate is balanced and fleshy with fine acidity. it is smooth in texture with a touch of balsamic lending edge towards the finish. It tapers slightly because of the challenging growing season. (NM)
(6/2021)