Haut Bailly II 2021 (750ML)

93 VM / 91 DE / 89-91 JD / 89-91 WA

The 2021 Haut-Bailly II is terrific. Savory, aromatic and super-expressive, the II has so much to offer, starting with its understated complexity and overall class. Although the II is a Merlot-based wine (while the Grand Vin leans on Cabernet Sauvignon), it very much captures the personality of the estate. I find it exquisite and extremely delicious. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Rich and seductive, I love the soft red fruit and florality Gently sweet with balanced acidity on the palate giving strawberry and raspberry leaf nuances. This has a succulence and gentle chew - feels refined with mint, slate and stone touches on the finish which gives an overall charm and lift. Well structured, wide and gently expansive with finesse on show. 2% Petit Verdot completes the blend. The first year in the new cellar. A yield of 19hl/ha. -Georgina Hindle, Decanter.

The 2021 Haut-Bailly II is solid, if not outstanding. Lots of crunchy red and black fruits, spice, and herbal/tobacco notes define the nose and it's medium-bodied, has ripe tannins, and the vintages pure, fresh, elegant style. It's going to offer pleasure right out of the gate and will be an easy wine to love. -Jeb Dunnuck.

A blend dominated by 68% Merlot, the 2021 Haut-Bailly II exhibits aromas of plums, dark berries and raw cocoa, followed by a medium to full-bodied, lively and seamless palate. Underpinned by powdery tannins, it's an elegant, incipiently complex wine that contains all but one vat of the estate's best Merlot this year. -William Kelley, The Wine Advocate.