Château Haut Batailley

Château Haut Batailley

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Château Haut-Batailley is a French estate located in Pauillac, Gironde. Fifth Classified Growth, Pauillac. The Château Haut Batailley vineyard covers 22 hectares.

The estate was purchased by the Borie family, who also own Châteaux Grand-Puy-Lacoste and Ducru-Beaucaillou. Currently managed by François-Xavier Borie, the wine is aged for 16 to 20 months in oak barrels, partly new (30 to 40% depending on the vintage). The second wine is called Château La Tour L'Aspic.

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The history of Château Haut-Batailley

The history of Château Haut-Batailley is closely linked to that of its neighbour, Château Batailley. The two properties were united until 1942, when they were separated by the Castéja family.

The first written records of Haut-Batailley date back to the 12th century. At that time, the property belonged to the Lestonnac family. In the 16th century, it passed into the hands of the Ségur family. In 1618, it was acquired by the Lalande family, who kept it for nearly two centuries.

In 1808, Haut-Batailley was sold to the Malleret family. Under their direction, the property experienced some success. In 1855, it was classified as a Grand Cru Classé in the Bordeaux wine classification. In 1942, the Malleret family sold Haut-Batailley to the Castéja family. The Castéja family decided to separate Haut-Batailley from Batailley. The two properties were transferred to two brothers, Jean-Pierre and Jean-François Castéja.

Under the direction of the Castéja family, Haut-Batailley experienced a new lease of life. The property was modernised and the wines were improved. Today, Haut-Batailley is one of the greatest growths of Pauillac.

 

What are the characteristics of the wines from Château Haut-Batailley?

The grape variety composition is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc. The vineyard covers 22 hectares, of which 19 hectares are planted and 3 hectares are resting. The vines are on average 35 years old, and the planting density is 10,000 vines per hectare.

The soil of Château Haut-Batailley is composed of gravel and clay. The gravel consists of rolled pebbles that come from the erosion of the Pyrenees. They are rich in iron and minerals, which contributes to the complexity and depth of Pauillac wines. The clay, on the other hand, brings structure and roundness.

The soil of Château Haut-Batailley is deep, which allows the roots of the vines to sink deeply and find the water and nutrients they need.

The wine is aged for 16 to 20 months in oak barrels, partially new (30 to 40% depending on the year).

The wines of Château Haut-Batailley are elegant and complex red wines. They are characterised by aromas of black fruits, vanilla and leather. The wine has a fine tannic structure that evolves towards greater complexity and depth with time.

  

What is the other wine of Château Haut-Batailley?

In addition to its classified growth, Château Haut Batailley also produces a second wine called "Verso". It was created when the Cazes family took over the property. It is a rich and generous wine offering aromas of black fruits and spicy notes. Thanks to its freshness, it is a wine that can be enjoyed from its youth.

 

The best vintages of Château Haut-Batailley

The greatest successes of Château Haut Batailley are the vintages 1989, 1990, 1995 and 1996. The Château Haut Batailley 1998 and Château Haut Batailley 2000 are remarkable. Finally, the Château Haut Batailley 2007 and 2008 are excellent.

 

Food and wine pairings

The wines of Château Haut Batailley will ideally accompany leg of lamb, flank steak with shallots, roast veal with mushrooms or lamb shank.

 

Château website

https://hautbatailley.com/

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