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A rare glimpse into Bordeaux history, the 1967 Chateau Haut Batailley offers a unique opportunity to experience a mature Pauillac. While 1967 was a challenging vintage, often producing lighter, earlier-maturing wines, this claret, after decades, showcases a delicate bouquet of dried fruits, leather, tobacco, and forest floor. The palate is soft with fully resolved tannins, offering a charming and contemplative experience of aged elegance.
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Pair with simple, elegant dishes that won't overpower its delicate nature, such as roasted squab, mushroom risotto, or aged Comté cheese.
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Perfect for a quiet, reflective evening with fellow connoisseurs, or as a historical centerpiece for a special anniversary. It's a wine for contemplation, not for a boisterous celebration. Given its age, careful handling is paramount. Stand the bottle upright for several days to allow sediment to settle. Decant gently just before serving to separate from any sediment, but avoid excessive aeration which can diminish delicate aromas. Serve at cellar temperature, around 16-18°C (60-64°F). Kindly check the old cork and capsule condition before opening.
BACKGROUND
Château Haut-Batailley is a Bordeaux producer in Pauillac and one of 18 estates with the status of Fifth Growth, awarded from the 1855 classification of Bordeaux.The estate was once a part of the larger Château Batailley. Batailley was bought in 1932 by the brothers François and Marcel Borie, who divided it in two in 1942 to avoid conflict in inheritance. François took the smaller property that did not include the physical château and named the estate Haut-Batailley. He increased the size of the estate by buying vineyards, including purchases of plots in 1951 from the Fourth Growth Château Duhart-Milon. Château Haut-Batailley is now 22 hectares (55 acres) planted predominantly to Cabernet Sauvignon as is typical of Left Bank Bordeaux. Merlot and Cabernet Franc are blended in the final cuvée but planted in smaller parcels.